Breast/implant pain after pregnancy. Could this be early capsular contracture?

Thank you for your question and congratulations on your new baby! Breasts obviously change a lot with pregnancy and this can definitely result in stretch of the breast which can pull on the implant capsule. Since this will have attachments to adjacent muscles, there can be associated soreness. It would be unlikely to be a contracture as that has firmness of the capsular scar tissue. It also could be that with carrying your new baby that you have stretched and strained your pectoralis, serratus or lattisimus muscle. Probably best to visit with your surgeon to check it out. Best of Luck!

Dear Mcelo1986,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

BTW, Breasts require a minimum of 6 months after childbirth with no breast feeding to reach their final shape, size and softness. Always useful to be checked by your surgeon who already knows you. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA

Thanks for your question! It could be the start of capsular contracture. It could also be that maybe you pulled the capsule (think of it like a pulled muscle) and that can cause discomfort. Small, subtle movements can sometimes cause it without patients realizing. I would suggest nSAIDS and Tylenol for a couple of weeks to see if the pain subsides. If not, you may want to get an appointment to see your plastic surgeon. Just be sure to keep an eye out for signs of an infection as well. Good luck!

You still may have some tenderness from the pregnancy, but I suggest that you visit your plastic surgeon and be checked.

There are still changes occurring with your breasts even two months after pregnancy. Because you are experiencing new symptoms it is a good idea to be evaluated by your surgeon to rule out any concerns.

Indication of capsular contraction is a firm, hard, feeling implant, eventually, causing visual distortion.
I suggest you follow up with your plastic surgeon.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD