Is it normal to have a 'grinding' feeling behind your breast implant.

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Joe Gryskiewicz, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi,Implants do make noises or you can feel a "grinding" early on.  No cause for alarm.  Some feeling of grinding can be due to friction or air retained temporarily from surgery.  They resolve.  However, I have seen a few cases where grinding starts months to years after surgery.  If so, get checked for a capsule because the implant pocket may be thickening and tightening causing grinding.  But, early on, this sensation sound to be within normal limits. All the best, "Dr. Joe"

Jason E. Leedy, MD · Answer

Some patients will experience a sensation of 'grinding' of the breast implant on the chest wall after surgery.  This may happen a few days after and last 2-3 weeks.  It is likely from some fluid in the pocket and some early inflammatory tissue.  It is normal after surgery and goes away and shouldn't be a long term issue.  As always, discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon.

Douglas L. Gervais, MD · Answer

Dear Jensean, I have had patients describe a "rubbing" feeling on their chest walls for a short period of time immediately (1-2 weeks) after surgery. I have always thought that this was due to the implant rubbing on a rib before the capsule has had a chance to form. It has always gone away and patients do not mention it after a few weeks. I'm not sure where you are in your recovery, but you should return to your surgeon to discuss this "grinding" sensation. Good luck.#Dr.Gervais

Michele Koo, MD, FACS · Answer

The "grinding" sensation maybe fluid or shifting of your implant against your chest wall. This may simply be residual swelling in your tissues against the implant. Wear a tight compression bra and consult your plastic surgeon. Until then minimize your exercise activity level.

Peter E. Johnson, MD · Answer

You might have a textured implant that is moving within the pocket, but the answer is no, you should not have a grinding feeling behind your implant. We suggest a snug bra and a visit with your surgeon.

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