Sharp "Pop" Sensation and Burning Pain with New Breast Implants

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I had 350cc cohesive silicone implants put in 3 days ago via the peri-aereola approach. Just now I lifted my laptop onto my lap and felt a sharp "pop" feeling inside my right breast (behind the nipple area) followed by a burning sensation. Now, 10 minutes later, it feels fine. What happened? How can I know if I popped a stitch?

Otto Joseph Placik, MD · Answer

Sharp "Pop" Sensation and Burning Pain with New Breast Implants: There are a variety of potential explanations including a ruptured suture or valve strap or muscle slip. if you are doing well, iwould continue to observe as well as informing your surgeon. Most likely, it will have no effect.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

If you recently had a breast augmentation and literally heard a pop, you may have torn a suture.  It may be nothing but you may want to talk to your doctor.

Scott E. Kasden, MD, FACS · Answer

Sounds like a suture did pop, but no way to be sure without exam.  Also, even if it did pop, it may be just fine.  The burning may be a nerve that was in the area. Tell your doctor.

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