My stomach looks bigger after breast augmentation.

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Hello. I had breast augmentation under muscule 6 days ago. I still get painkillers because I have so much pain in my back. I am 1.70 and 55 kg after BA MY stomach looks big. I always had a very think stomach. Will it go away and what is the reason of a big stomach after BA?

Paul M. Parker, MD, FACS · Answer

It is unusual to experience the degree of back pain you describe as well as your abdomen looking bigger. Best advice is to notify your plastic surgeon so they can evaluate you for the issues.

Jeffrey Umansky, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and congratulations on your recent procedure. The abdominal bloating could be due to constipation from the pain medication and fluid retention from surgery. I would recommend calling your surgeon to discuss your concerns. Best of luck!

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Hello NonameKB.This is normal. You likely have a combination of swelling and/or constipation. A stool softener and massaging of the tummy might help. It's temporary!Best wishes, Dr. ALDO :)

Hetal Fichadia, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is unusual to have severe pain 6 days after breast reduction. Mild soreness is more common.  Abdominal bloating could be related to fluid retention, constipation from opiate pain medications, etc. This can be managed with stool softeners, walking, high fiber diet.  I recommend that you talk to your plastic surgeon for your pain so that they can assess you. All the best.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Hi there, Thank you for your question. Yes, it is normal to have some bloating after Breast Augmentation from the surgery, antibiotics and constipation from the pain killers. Speak with your surgeon in regards to treatment. Should pass in a week or so. Best, realdrsix

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

Hello,Thank you for your question. Abdominal bloating could be related to fluid retention, constipation, antibiotics. I recommend that you talk to your Plastic Surgeon if you are uncomfortable or in pain so that they can assess you.All the best

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

but bad constipation can make your tummy bulge and I hope your bowels are working well.  And if not, you should see your surgeon for advice on how to deal with this.  If you just have swelling, it will go away.  If your bowels aren't working (either constipation or ileus from anesthesia), you must get them working again.

Beth Collins, MD · Answer

The pain medication that you are taking could be the cause of your abdominal bloating. They tend to constipate people and cause a buildup of gas. If you could wean off of those it will help you. Back pain is unusual following this procedure and may be more appropriately treated with advil if your surgeon does not mind you taking that on day six. I would not mind it in my patients, but I would urge you to call your surgeon and make sure.

Millicent Odunze Geers, MD, MPH · Answer

Your pain level sounds more concerning than your stomach appearance. You should definitely contact your plastic surgeon about the level of pain you're having. That much pain in the back that is requiring painkillers? It's a bit unusual. Painkillers cause constipation and bloating so that might be the reason behind your abdominal appearance. Possibly even some swelling from the breast augmentation may have At any rate, you need to contact your surgeon and share these concerns as soon as possible.

David P. Rapaport, MD, FACS · Answer

HI- thanks for your question.  The amount of back pain and abdominal swelling you are describing is unusual, but may be due to swelling from your surgery or constipation from your narcotic pain killers.  You should be evaluated by your surgeon.

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