Is it typical that one breast/incision may be more sore than the other?

Hello, thank you for your question! Yes, it is very normal and this is actually the case more often than not. You have no reason to be concerned especially as it is still very soon after your surgery. Just try to be patient, good luck!

Thank you for your question. Please visit your surgeon for an in-person assessment. Regards, 

Hello,Thank you for your question. Differences between the breasts are common and it isn't unusual for one incision or one side to hurt more, however if you have ongoing concerns or see any changes it would be best to ask your Plastic Surgeon to examine you and advise you.All the best

Discomfort after surgery is very common and may be more on one side than the other. This is normal and settles out with time.


Things to watch out for and bring to your surgeon's attention immediately are:


Significant or increasing difference in size of the breasts
One breast that is higher or tighter than the other
Redness of one side more than the other
Thickening of the scar on one side more than the other
Drainage from the incision


Your surgeon is your advocate and any other concerns should be brought to her/his attention.

Thank you for sharing your question and congratulations on your breast augmentation procedure.  With as recent as your surgery is it is not uncommon to have asymmetrical pain, swelling, or implant position.  These tend to improve spontaneously given enough healing time.  I know waiting is difficult but allow your results more time to mature while ensuring appropriate follow up by your surgeon so as to address any issues.  Hope this helps.

Congratulations on your recent breast augmentation! Healing differently on each side is to be expected, so it doesn’t sound like you should have anything to worry about. Don’t be alarmed if one breast implant seems to be settling into place faster than the other, either, as this is also a common occurrence. If favoring one side over the other seems to help, that could be a good way to help ease discomfort. Applying an ice pack may also help.
Keep in touch with your plastic surgeon if you have specific concerns during your recovery, but from the sounds of it, you should be healing just fine.

Hi bodyafterbaby.Short answer is yes, 100% of the time.Although you had a breast aug, you actually had two breast augmentations- a right and a left side.  The operation itself is more or less the same on each side, but not identical.  Many factors enter into it, but one side is usually more painful than the other.Work with your doctor regarding post op activities.Regards, sek

Healing is typically different one breast compared to the other. The amount of soreness and bruising as well as the rate of softening and implant drop can differ. If you see signs of trouble though it is best to let your surgeon have a look.

It is common for one breast incision or one breast to hurt more or be more sore than the original in the early post-operative period and even months after the surgery even without any problem with the surgery. However, you should promptly see your surgeon to make sure that the pain or soreness is not an indication of an underlying problem.

Hello and thank you for your excellent question. Yes, some asymmetry is normal. If you are concerned, you should check with your surgeon. Good luck!
Best,

Jon Ver Halen, MD FACS

Harvard educated plastic surgeon

Texas “Top Doc”