2 years PO. It feels like a bubble and ripples underneath my breasts. I'm in pain daily. Is there a chance it could be ruptured?

Question

I got breast implants above the muscle, because my surgeon felt since my muscular build, it would be best. A little over 2 years ago I got them and the first 8 months I felt a fold in implant on upper breast. Now it moved lower and feels more like a bubble and ripples underneath breast. I get some relief when I lift my chest up but not much. Now I’m getting pain daily all the way around it but worse is where bubble is. Is there a chance it could be ruptured?

Wayne I. Yamahata, MD · Answer

It is not uncommon to be able to feel implants in this area when they are placed above the muscle. It is less common to experience the pain you describe. A diagnosis will require a physical examination of your breasts and implants. A visit to your surgeon would be appropriate.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear angwvu09,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. Based on your description, you might have capsular contracture. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment. Only after thorough examination you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Mahmood Kara, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello. Thank you for your inquiry.

It is important to have an in-person medical assessment regarding this issue as it is difficult to determine virtually. Continue to update your doctor in the matter and follow their post-op protocol.

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2 years PO. It feels like a bubble and ripples underneath my breasts. I'm in pain daily. Is there a chance it could be ruptured?

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