Torn Suture from Lifting After Breast Augmentation?

Question

I had breast implants last week and I did something stupid today. I guess since I'm just about pain free, I forgot that I'm not supposed to lift anything and I lifted something heavy over my head. Now my muscle is very sore and I have a piercing pain. I'm wondering if I just hurt the muscle or if I could of torn an internal suture? I feel dumb and I'm really scared I tore it and I'm going to bottom out. Please help! Thanks!

Jeffrey J. Roth, MD, FACS · Answer

If you had a straightforward breast augmentation, you should be OK. There may be some internal sutures as most plastic surgeons close in layers to take the tension off the wound. If he did something special because of your individual anatomy, that may be a different story. I am glad that you did not have pain, but sometimes people do overdo it and get into trouble. Please go and see your plastic surgeon right away as he knows your anatomy and what he did.

Brian K. Reedy, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question.
Please reach out to your surgeon and have your breast looked at. Continue to follow your instructions for now. Best wishes!

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

Please see your surgeon as soon as you can for a more accurate diagnosis. This should be addressed as soon as possible. Best of luck.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD · Answer

The chances of doing damage from tearing a stitch are relatively low in a breast implant augmentation only.

Jeffrey Horowitz, MD · Answer

There are no internal sutures after breast augmentation so you more than likely aggravated your chest muscle producing pain. This should resolve without any sequellae and will not cause bottoming out.

John P. Di Saia, MD · Answer

Hello,
Ripping a suture inside the repair from too much activity is difficult, but not impossible. I would have your surgeon take a look. You more likely than not have not caused a big problem but check just to be sure.

Paul Pin, MD · Answer

You obviously had a good doctor and you sound like a tough lady. It is great that you have so little pain! It sounds like you could have torn your pectoralis muscle, but to be sure, go back and check with your doctor. If that is the case, it will usually heal spontaneously.

Christine Sullivan, MD (retired) · Answer

You should always consult with your board certified plastic surgeon should you have any concerns or questions following surgery. Best wishes!

Torn Suture from Lifting After Breast Augmentation?

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