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Chest Discomfort 1 1/2 Year After Breast Implants - Please Help!

TheLittleMermaidDec 14, 2011
I have a feeling of chest pressure when laying on my stomach in bed and also feel a sore pain when my breasts are squeezed, even just a little. My nipples have also remained very hyper sensitive. When I lay on my back I feel the implants move to the sides towards my armpits a little. What is causing these things to occur and how can I stop the pain? Being with my partner is very difficult when I can barely put up with him touching my chest anymore! The implants are C-sized and submuscular.

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Dr. Steven Wallach, MD
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Answered on Dec 17, 2011
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Dr. Tom J. Pousti, MD
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Answered on Dec 17, 2011
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Dr. Karol A. Gutowski, MD, FACS
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Answered on Dec 16, 2011
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Dr. Jeffrey E. Kyllo, MD (retired)
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Answered on Dec 15, 2011
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