When I Wake Up in the Morning, my Breasts Feel So Tight and Swollen. Is This Normal? (photo)

Swelling is common after breast augmentation. Please wear your post surgical bra at all times (day and night, including while you’re sleeping). This can help with swelling.

Thank you for your question.  Swelling and tightness is normal and expected following a breast augmentation procedure, especially if the implants are placed beneath the muscle.  As the muscle and skin stretch to accommodate the volume of your implant, you should find some relief from this discomfort.  Wearing a light weight and supportive compression bra is also something that I advise to all of my breast augmentation patients to wear to help lessen these symptoms.  With that said, your operating plastic surgeon is most qualified to answer these questions as they are most familiar with your case.  Please follow up with your operating surgeon and be patient, it takes several weeks to months for your breasts to start looking and feeling great!  I hope this helps and I wish you a speedy recovery!

Thank you for your question.After your #breast #augmentation surgery, #swelling is normal.  It takes 2-3 months for implants to settle and
muscles to relax into their final shape. Walking around the house and other light activity periodically throughout the day will help minimize swelling and bruising and help with the #healing process.

Thank you for the photos.  You are very early in your post operative period.  What you are describing is swelling and muscle spasm which is common at this point.  Best to speak with your board certified plastic surgeon.  Let them know your concerns.  They will often have a post operative protocol.

Thank you for sharing your story. You should contact your treating physician as soon as you can.