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Pain in one breast after lifting something heavy. Any suggestions?

cloemApr 23, 2015
I am 4 weeks post BA, 275cc over the muscle. I moved something heavy at work 2 days ago and have pain in my left breast, from underneath running through my breast. Should I get this checked? I can also feel the implant, is this normal? Thank you.

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