Sharp pain under ribs on left side. Is this strange?

The ER has excluded the serious cause of your pain.  Now your plastic surgeon should examine you to determine the source of your pain.  Most likely it is normal.

Since the ER cleared you for outside complications, I agree with my colleagues and advise you to make an appointment with your surgeon. In general, it can take 3-6 months for patients to fully heal post surgery so pain isn't out of the norm, but given the intensity of yours, I think it's worth checking out. 

I think you should be examined by your plastic surgeon personally. Chest wall pain can be in occasional complaint in individuals with sub pectoral implants. However, other medical conditions can create similar symptoms and should be ruled out. This was why your plastic surgeon asked you to be evaluated in the emergency room.

Thanks for the question. At this point of your post op is normal to have swelling and pain.In my practice, after performing a Breast Augmentation I recommend to my patients to limit the movement of the arms for two weeks. After that, you can move your arms taking care and always with common sense. In this regard, it's not advisable to carry heavy weights to prevent the implant out of position, and allow the formation of the physiological capsule around the implant, also to avoid pain and breast swelling.Respectfully, Dr, Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

I appreciate your question.Sounds like you might be experiencing some muscle spasms.  Please do follow up with your Surgeon so he/she can examine you and recommend appropriate treatment plan.



The best way to assess and give
true advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified
plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative breast surgery.



best of luck!







Dr Schwartz

I'm actually a little surprised that your plastic surgeon sent you to the ER to be checked as it is not uncommon to have pain after a breast augmentation as your body recovers from surgery and adjusts to the weight of the implant.  This is even more common after a submuscular implant placement.  However, it is always best to be cautious and I'm glad the tests came out fine, which I'm sure also checked for a collapsed lung which is a rare but possible compilation after breast augmentation.  Continue to follow up with your surgeon and hopefully your pain will begin to subside soon.  Best of luck with your continued recovery!

Thank you for your question, and I am sorry that you are having these issues.  The good news is that your ER evaluation showed that nothing serious seems to be the cause of your symptoms.  Most likely then it is a musculoskeletal issue with cramping of the muscles between your ribs, or irritation of the actual rib.  Definitely continue to voice your concerns with your surgeon, they should be able to help you work through this. Wishing you the best during the rest of your recovery

Your pain is likely due to irritation of the sensory nerves to the breast or a spasm of the intercostal muscles.  This should get better by using your pain medication.  

Hi,

Thanks for posting your question. I am happy to try and help you. It is important
to remember that a board certified plastic surgeon will be your best resource
when it comes to an accurate assessment of your situation, and concerns.

Having said that, I am sorry to learn about your pain. It seems like you are
having some nerve pain and maybe some muscle spasm. Sometimes after the surgery
the patient does not move around a lot and things start to get tight and stiff.
When this happens, there can be some aches. So really work on moving around,
lifting your arms up and move the arms around. As for the positional pain, it
could be nerve related and when the breast implants slides and hits the nerve
it can cause a shooting pain towards your breast or even into your back. So do
not worry, all of these pains will go away. If you feel something is wrong, you
should absolutely call your PS.

I hope you found this helpful. As always ask your PS first about any questions.
Have a great day.

Thank you for your question. It sounds like a muscle spasm. Muscle relaxants will help. In my practice I give muscle relaxants to all of our patients after BA. Please talk to your PS and follow his/her instructions. Good Luck