Burning sensation on right side of arm near armpit near breast. Is this normal? (Photo)

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Am two weeks post breast augmentation. I've had this feeling my whole second week. When am up I don't have any discomfort or burning sensation. However when am laying down in bed I get this weird burning sensation on the side of my right armpit near my breast. This is only on the right side the left is normal. It's really hard to explain I never experienced this before the surgery. It's really uncomfortable and hard to sleep at times. Should I bring it up to my surgent? Is this even normal? Thanks

Ryan Neinstein, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Thanks for the question, possible causes are normal scarring, bleeding, infection, or nerve injury. Best to see your doc for a one on one eval

Thomas A. Mustoe, MD, FACS · Answer

You are still early after surgery, and I would be very optimistic that this will resolve with time. There are many nerves in the armpit area, and one of them could have been stretched at the time of surgery. When you lie  down, you implant will move superiorly putting some pressure on the nerve.   With time it is likely this will resolve. However, definitely inform you surgeon.

William Andrade, MD · Answer

In general it is not uncommon to have some burning sensations or other symptoms even a few weeks after breast augmentation surgery, but it would be best to contact your surgeon to discuss any new symptoms.  He/she will be able to confirm that everything is healing normally.

Angela Champion, MD · Answer

It's very soon after your surgery and usually these type of issues resolve over time.  If you had your augmentation via axillary incision (armpit), then that is most likely the reason.  If not, it could be due to a nerve injury or pressure from the implant on a nerve.  You most likely feel it at night because during the day you are busy and moving about and you are calm and still at night. Go see your surgeon and definitely discuss your issue in person so you can be examined.  ac

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

There is a lot of information that is needed to make a diagnosis. What approach was used is the first most common question. It could be a sensory nerve issue but not sure.  Best to bee seen in person to be properly evaluated.

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