Crunchy feeling after breast aug. Is it normal? (Photo)

February 17, 2016
Asked By:ladyluck2009 in Monclova, OH

My suregon just called to check up, super sweet guy but I was drowsy and didn't think to ask... If I do light streching like extend my arms out and put my hands together in front of my chest I get a crunchy crackling feeling. Even if I push down on the top of my breast. I read it could be air or something else that starts with a "c". I had surgery around 12 hours ago. Thanks! I have had absolutely no pain which is great but I'm just wondering what that crunchy sensation is! Thanks!

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July 26, 2019

Answer: Subcutaneous air causes crepitus

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Gary Lawton, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: Subcutaneous air causes crepitus

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Gary Lawton, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 21, 2016

Answer: Crunchy feeling after breast augmentation is not uncommon

Ted Eisenberg, DO, FACOS, FAACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 21, 2016

Answer: Crunchy feeling after breast augmentation is not uncommon

Ted Eisenberg, DO, FACOS, FAACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 18, 2016

Answer: Probably Crepitus

G. Robert Meger, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 18, 2016

Answer: Probably Crepitus

G. Robert Meger, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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February 18, 2016

Answer: Crunchy Sound

Brian K. Reedy, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 18, 2016

Answer: Crunchy Sound

Brian K. Reedy, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 18, 2016

Answer: Sound

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 18, 2016

Answer: Sound

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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