12 Days Post Op Explantation and Did Yoga Today...did I Damage my Healing Process?

    I generally recommend avoiding strenuous exercise for 4 to 6 weeks after breast surgery.  I would recommend an exam by your plastic surgeon.  Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

Without a photo, it is not possible to answer this. Even with a photo, chances are an internet advisor would pass on answering this and suggest that the question be directed to your surgeon. I would refrain from heavy exercise for a couple more weeks. All the best. 

Although I understand your concerns and your desire for reassurance, online consultants will not be able to ( in a precise and/or meaningful fashion) provide you with this reassurance. Best to follow-up with your plastic surgeon who will be in the best position to determine whether the “soreness and tenderness” is associated with any complication.

 In the meantime, “listen to your body” and take it easy.

 Best wishes.

Please visit with your plastic surgeon so that she/he can examine you.  If your breasts look the same and are not increasing in size, you may have just stretched muscle.  However, it is better to be checked out.  Also, follow your plastic surgeon's recommendation in regards to postoperative care.  Doing yoga 12 days postop seems too early.

I recommend to my patients to avoid vigorous exercise for 4-6 weeks after explantation, and if your yoga classes are at all like the ones I take then I would say they are pretty vigorous!

Well, it may or may not have caused a problem after your surgery.  Most activity should be fine.  Increase soreness and tenderness could indicate a problem, however.  You need to let your surgeon see you and make that decision for you.