Pain in left breast after carrying bag. Is it normal for one to heal slower than the other?

I appreciate your question.

Yes it is normal for implants to heal at different rates.  Since there has been a change in your post op course, I would recommend following up with your Surgeon so he/she can examine you and recommend most appropriate treatment plan at this time.



The best way to assess and give
true advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified
plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative breast surgery.



best of luck!



Dr Schwartz

Hi,

Thanks for posting your question. I am happy to try and help you. It is
important to remember that a board certified plastic surgeon will be your best
resource when it comes to an accurate assessment of your situation, and
concerns.

Having said that, I am sorry to learn about your pain. It seems like you are
having some nerve pain and maybe some muscle spasm. Sometimes after the surgery
the patient does not move around a lot and things start to get tight and stiff.
When this happens, there can be some aches. So really work on moving around,
lifting your arms up and move the arms around. As for the positional pain, it
could be nerve related and when the breast implants slides and hits the nerve
it can cause a shooting pain towards your breast or even into your back. So do
not worry, all of these pains will go away. If a certain activity causes pain, try to figure out a way to avoid it or minimize the load on the muscles. If you feel something is wrong, you
should absolutely call your PS.

Best wishes,

Dr. Michael J. Brown
Northern Virginia Plastic Surgeon

Thanks for the question.  It is very common to have more pain in one breast after augmentation.  This can be brought on by increased activity which seems to be the case for you.  Typically, pain after breast augmentation is part of normal healing. Rarely, it can be the symptom of something more serious, such as an infection or bleeding.  If you experience new onset of pain after augmentation, it is always best to check with your surgeon. Usually just a little reassurance is needed and the pain will dissipate over time.