5 days post op Breast implant, the pain is getting worse when will it subside?

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I'm 5 days post op & the pressure with pain from surgery is getting worse. First 2-3 days post op I hardley felt anything. Now when I wake up I feel extreme pressure on chest and tightness. I got 500cc hp I'm 5'7 125 pounds. When I push on the implant on sides by arm pit it really hurts. Is this normal? It's too hard to massage because it is tight & painful. It also hurts to lift my arms up. Should I take the bra off i feel lots of relief when I do that? I also have bruising on left breast

Jose M. Soler-Baillo, MD, MS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  These specific questions should be addressed directly with your operating surgeon as the opinion on the matter varies from surgeon to surgeon.  At five days post-op, you are at the very beginning stages of healing and should not be concerned too much with the pain you are experiencing.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL

Ali Sajjadian, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your inquiry and congratulations on your surgery.What you are experiencing is not unusual after breast augmentations.I would recommend that you be a little bit more patients and allow nature to take its course.Please keep communicating with your surgeon and follow his or her instructions.

Sheila S. Nazarian, MD · Answer

Hi There!500 cc implants on your frame are on the large side.  Those are heavy implants and that can explain the pressure and tightness.  Either way, show your surgeon to make sure everything is OK.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

You're probably okay be generally pain starts to subside in a few days after breast augmentation. It's possible that you could be collecting some fluid and this should be checked into by your surgeon.

Chad Robbins, MD · Answer

Hi Ashlee.  I would recommend getting in to see your plastic surgeon to be evaluated.  Some pain is expected after surgery, but with your continued discomfort and bruising it would be best to be seen by your plastic surgeon as soon as possible.  Best of luck and thank you for the question.

5 days post op Breast implant, the pain is getting worse when will it subside?

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