Is a burning feeling near incision normal?

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I had my BA on Monday 12/11. I got under the muscle and incision under my breast. For the last 2 days I have been having a burning/stinging feeling at one of my incision sites. It occurs when I get up or move in a certain way. I called my PS office they said it is just nerves but I’m still concerned. There is no swelling/redness/heat but I can see some old blood under the steri stripes.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question...Burning sensation is often related to nerves regenerating. Continue to monitor it. If you are still concerned please speak to your PS again.You can learn more on our social media (Instagram and Snapchat): @realdrsix.
  
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Christopher J. Davidson, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  The sensation that you are describing at the incision site is quite normal.  As healing progresses, these sensations will subside.  Any increase in pain, swelling or redness should be discussed with your plastic surgeon.  Good luck.

Andrew T. Lyos, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.It's possible that you are having nerve pain that often can take up to three months to resolve. I would not advise performing upper body exercise for 12 weeks and when you do, ease into it slowly.  Typically, the more you strengthen your pectoral muscles the implants can possibly be pulled up into an unnatural and possibly uneven position. Andrew T. Lyos, MD, FACS

Anthony A. Admire, MD, FACS · Answer

The symptoms that you are experiencing can be very normal, especially being less than a week out from surgery. It's also normal to have more burning/pain on one side more so than the other. At this point, I would follow all the postop instructions that you were given. The symptoms will soon subside. Best of luck.

Norman M. Rowe, MD · Answer

Good afternoon,A burning sensation after this procedure is very common with our patients. This is a normal part of the healing process. If the pain gets worse and the incision starts getting red, please consult your plastic surgeon.Thanks and have a nice day.

Justin B. Maxhimer, MD, FACS · Answer

That is a very normal feeling during the healing process.  Just keep a watchful eye on the incision to ensure that it’s not getting red or too painful showing signs of an infection.

Chad Robbins, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. It sounds like nerve pain which is normal . It can be a shooting pain, burning, electrical like feel as well.  It will go away with time, the dry blood has nothing to do with it.

Bernard Salameh, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is not uncommon to have aches and pain early on after surgery. The red flags after surgery are fever, pus coming out of the wound, increased pain, new onset swelling. Early on it is always best to get seen and examined in person by your plastic surgeon.
I hope this helps. See an expert. Dr. Salameh; Bowling Green KY

Tal T. Roudner, MD, FACS · Answer

It is not uncommon to have a burning sensation at the incision site for days to weeks after the surgery. For the safest outcome you should be seen by your surgeon to reassure that all is healing well.Good luck!

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Nothing will replace in-person evaluation when it comes to accurate assessment and with providing you peace of mind.   Having said that, the type of sensation you are experiencing is commonly reported after breast augmentation surgery. Best wishes for an outcome that you will be very pleased with long-term.

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Is a burning feeling near incision normal?

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