5 days post op, I have hardness after Breast Augmentation. Is this normal?

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I am 5 days post op with 450 above the muscle as had tubular breast and alot of muscle above and my surgeon felt this would be best , and do love the look of my breast now and have had relatively little pain however breasts feel very hard and feels at times pressure in my upper chest No pain just slight discomfort and wondered if this is normal a few days after.

Joshua Cooper, MD, FACS · Answer

It is completely normal for you to feel tightness several days after breast augmentation.  Oftentimes, the implants will feel very hard, but rest assured that with time everything will soften up!  Thanks for sharing!

M. Scott Haydon, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. Depending on your frame the large implant size is probably tight in the pocket. This will take some time to loosen up. As long as both breasts are similar in size then it should be okay. Because the implant is above the muscle it is more palpable and may also contribute to the feeling of firmness. Depending on the type of implant, the feel may be more or less firm. If you are concerned or there are changes then you should contact your surgeon. Best of Luck!

Steven Vath, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Everything that you are describing is to be expected at only 5 days post op from a breast augmentation. Over the next few weeks, your breasts will soften as the muscles and tissues relax to accommodate the implants. You will begin to notice less fullness in the upper pole of the breast and more fullness in the lower pole. The feeling of pressure in the chest is also to be expected and will dissipate as the breasts relax. I urge you to follow up with your Plastic Surgeon for scheduled post op check-ups, and to call if you have concerns between appointments.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

At five days after breast augmentation the breasts are usually tight and swollen. They will take several months to settle down. Best of luck.

Heather Rocheford, MD · Answer

First of all thank you for the question.  Firmness is normal due to swelling.  The swelling will slowly resolve over the next 6-8 weeks. You should notice in the next few weeks your breasts becoming softer and loosening up.  If you still have concerns I would recommend following up with your Plastic surgeon.  Best of Luck.

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