Can coughing cause a rupture or displacement of breast implants?

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I have been coughing for a few days now. My chest hurts. My left breast hurts badly. Can coughing cause a rupture or displacement? Everything looks the same. I had gummy bears in July 2020.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question. It would be very unlikely that coughing would displace your implants.  Hope this helps.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear nat1915,
it is unlikely that coughing will cause implant rupture or displacement. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

With coughing, you can strain your muscles, but probably have no affect on your implants. However, if you have fever, you may need antibiotics to prevent an infection around your implants.

Gokhan Temiz, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello and thanks for your question. Coughing has no effect to the breast implants rupture or displacement.

Can coughing cause a rupture or displacement of breast implants?

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