Dull Pain Following Breast Implants 2 Years Ago, Should I Be Worried?

Question

I had my BA 2 years ago which are under the muscle. I have recently developed a dull ache under my right implant near where my scar is, they look and feel the same. I do have to do some heavy lifting at work sometimes do you think I have anything to worry about

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question.

	Given that the &ldquo;dull ache&rdquo; is not associated with any change in the breast shape or feel,  it is very likely that your discomfort is related to your heavy lifting.  If possible you should rest the  size that is experiencing the discomfort. Use of anti-inflammatories may be helpful.  If the discomfort continues, a visit with your plastic surgeon may be helpful.

	Best wishes.

Peter A. Aldea, MD · Answer

Healing after breast augmentation is fairly quick and any entrapped nerve is obvious within 6 months of the surgery. When new onset breast aching or any other symptomatology taking place a year or more after the surgery need to be investigated and te likelihood of a leak or delayed infection need to be considered after the more common explanations such as a bruised or pulled muscle are excluded.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Very possible that the dull ache is related to the lifitng, however it is always safe to get examined by your surgeon just to be sure.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Best to be examined in person by your surgeon but I guess it is scar tissue or a nerve entraped in scar tissue, or a deep cyst in the scar. Seek in person evaluation.

Robert L. Kraft, MD, FACS · Answer

GIven that you did some heavy lifting, in all likelihood, what you are feeling is musculoskeletal and unrelated to the implants.  If the aching continues, you should see your plastic surgeon as well as a physician specializing in neurology or orthopedics.

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