Is it normal to have a lot of trapped wind after surgery?

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Eric Schaffer, MD, FACS · Answer

Some patients do experience a little trapped air in the chest area above the breasts after having surgery.  We refer to it as little "rice krispies" feeling that pops and disappears.  These are harmless.

John L. Clayton, MD, PhD, MPH · Answer

What you're experiencing is mostly likely some trapped air around the implant. This condition is generally harmless and will gradually resolve over time.

Ravi Somayazula, DO · Answer

If you are referring to the air trapped in the breast pocket, this is harmless and will be reabsorbed by the body. This air is usually reabsorbed in about a week or so.
Best wishes,
Dr. Ravi Somayazula

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

If you are referring to your breast, yes, you may notice some trapped air early on in the healing process. That air will slowly absorb. You may be the only one who notices it.

Brooke R. Seckel, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

If you are referring to intestinal gas, the answer is yes. The pain medications cause the bowel to slow down and intestinal gas can become trapped.  If you are referring to an abnormal feeling on the breast implant that also can be air trapped inside during surgery and will go away soon. For more information please read below:

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