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