Is it normal to feel like a ball rolling around and pain on the top part of my breast?

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I’m 7 days post op. On my 5th day, I decided to get up and vacuum and that made my right breast swell pretty bad and I developed a pain in the top of my right breast like I pulled a muscle. It subsided with rest and ice and painkillers but it isn’t going away. It feels like a ball rolling around on the top part and it’s is painful. Is this a normal feeling that will subside with time or could it mean something worse? There is no obvious lumps or bruising.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Hi nfisher13,
  
I am sorry to hear about what you are experiencing. It is difficult to ascertain what this is and its causes. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon to have yourself properly assessed. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
  
Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS
  
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
  
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
  
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

John Reilly, MD, FACS · Answer

If you had the implants placed under the muscle, overuse of the muscle that early can cause more swelling and discomfort than usual. Bleeding can also occur but less likely. Of course you should be examined. ht

Marc J. Salzman, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

Thank you for your question. This is something that needs to be evaluated in person. Your plastic surgeon will need to evaluate you possibly with Ultrasound to see if a blood collection has occurred at the top of the pocket. Hope all turns out well.

Is it normal to feel like a ball rolling around and pain on the top part of my breast?

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