Is this capsular contracture causing radiating/numb arm pain? I'm 5 months post-op BA. (Photo)

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Last week I noticed my right breast feeling painful and more difficult to move in the pocket. It's still fairly soft minus the top part. I saw my PS and he said could be early stage CC and put me on singular. I am now having tingly right arm pain, sometimes severe. I'm not sure how much longer I can deal with it. If the CC progresses I want them out. I'm taking ibuprofen, anything else I can do for the pain? Are my wired bras making it worse? I'm massaging as well.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photograph and I am sorry to hear of your recovery difficulties.  Though singulair can be used for early capsular contractures it often returns once the medication is discontinued.  I would alert your surgeon to your symptoms and issues as they need to evaluate the cause of your radiating pain.  Unfortunately without more information on your medical history, and without an in-person exam, it is difficult to make definite recommendations.

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

be47125.  I am sorry you are having these problems, however I agree with your plastic surgeon’s recommendations, Singulair to treat the possible contracture and anti-inflammatories for your discomfort. The pain that you were describing may be caused by the early capsular contracture, and I would stop wearing the underwire bra, as this may be a contributing factor.  Continue following up with your plastic surgeon, And please do not rush into drastic actions until you have exhausted all conservative measures.  Good luck!

Gregory S. LaTrenta, MD · Answer

Damage to the intercostobrachial cutaneous nerve can cause radiating/numb upper inner arm pain. Capsular contracture, in continuity with the nerve, could also be exacerbating your symptoms. This is something you should discuss with your plastic surgeon.

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