Nerve Pain Following Breast Lift with Implants, How Long will the Pain Last?

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Let me first say that I am extremely happy with the outcome of my plastic surgery and am now six weeks post-op. I had several procedures done at one time: a secondary face lift and a breast lift with 300cc saline implants. The implants were placed under the muscle. I still have a lot of pain on and off (stabbing, burning and extreme skin sensitivity.) Since I workout six days a week and had tight muscles, my surgery was lengthy. I was under anesthetic for 8.5 hrs. How long will this pain last?

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

pain is always variable..  early symptoms can improve over 6-12 weeks..  but sometimes 6-18 months may be needed for most of syptoms to resolve..  forward progress is important..  antiinflamatories like motrin, celebrex. are usefull  other meds for chronic pain   like neurotin can help lingereing symptoms

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question.

	It is not possible to give you an accurate prediction without an accurate diagnosis for the cause of your continued discomfort. I would suggest follow-up with your plastic surgeon who is in the best position to help you.

	Best wishes.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Sometimes after surgery the nerves start to "wake up" and this often happens at the 6-8 week mark. Of course without an exam, it is difficult to say for sure. If concerned see your doctor.

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