I had a breast lift and augmentation 8 weeks ago..Today I have sharp internal pain at the site of the sutures, about a square inch under the breat half way between middle of breast and under arm. At times it hurts when I move, sometimes with pressure, but wearing a bra and allowing no movement helps. It feels as iif someone is digging and moving a pin in raw flesh. The sutures used were wire. I think I ripped them and now one is digging into the injury. Possible? What should I do?
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July 15, 2012
Answer: Sharp Pain after Breast Augmentation/Lifting?
Let's begin with the picture that shows both breasts. Overall, I think you have a great opportunity for a very nice result. The open wound that you show and describe seem to be superficial and it is my opinion that with proper wound care it will go on to heal well over time....
You are young and have fairly large breast implants. Because the tissue under your nipples are still firm (with young patients) as the breast is enlarged so does the nipple stick out more and can often become more sensitive for this reason. Don't worry, you are only 4 months...
During the first 6 weeks we recommend our patients should sleep on their back (or at least on your sides) to maintain the implants in the correct position and help prevent implant malposition. Lying or pressing firmly on the implants, could displace or move the implants in the early healing...
