Pain on A Scale from 1 to 10 - JustBreastImplants.com Forums - Breast Augmentation, Breast Implants, and Plastic Surgeons

FoxyBooBear · 06-17-2008, 11:05 AM

How was your pain after BA?

1 None
5 Moderate
10 Extreme

tetitas · 06-17-2008, 11:15 AM

I said 3, because I had very little pain. I was uncomfortable and achy, but nothing bad. I was very pleasantly surprised with my recovery!!!

Rebecca8669 · 06-17-2008, 11:25 AM

I voted "2" because I didn't really have pain. I felt pressure, like when you get engorged for breastfeeding, but no real "pain."

I was very lucky, looking at the number "7"s posted!

hw9907 · 06-17-2008, 11:56 AM

I voted a 2 because I really didn't have pain just aches. I was also surprised with my recovery. I was back to work on day 5.

Boobs-a-Bouncin · 06-17-2008, 12:08 PM

I voted moderate because I had a lot of pain immediately after I got home but once I got through that (nausea/vomiting alleviated by med and about an hour of pain until pain med kicked in) i'd say it was pretty low from then on. I was careful to stay on schedule with my pain meds the first couple days though- esp. at night so I could be sure to get good sleep. My PS told me at 1 day post op that my skin was very thick and tight so that may have affected my initial discomfort. If you're prone to nausea definitely tell your docs and get something for it.

kariev34 · 06-17-2008, 10:10 PM

I picked a 2. I have to say my recovery was soooo easy. The worst i had it was it just felt like i did a lot of pushups and my chest muscles were sore. Other than my back pain from having to sleep on my back upright i didn't have any really.

honeysuckle7 · 06-17-2008, 11:00 PM

I also said "2". There was some discomfort but not actually pain. I also went back to work on day six, felt tired but other than that I felt fine.

Nikki · 06-18-2008, 12:04 AM

I voted 3. I had very little pain. I had discomfort and soreness, but not outright PAIN. I'm sure the Demerol made some difference with that, lol.

Victoria · 06-18-2008, 12:43 AM

I think the discomfort factor is a bigger issue than the pain. Sure, you're sore, there's pain, but the inconvenience factor of your discomfort is huge! Hard to sit, hard to sleep, hard to get up and get down, etc. Patience are huge! It just takes time!

*starkarros* · 06-18-2008, 01:15 AM

* 2 *

I wasn't really in pain. I was more uncomfortable than in pain...and it was my back that hurt from the sleeping position. I expected to be dying in pain since it was a surgery but I was pleasantly surprised that it didn't hurt like I thought it would. It was just a "pain" in the butt how slow I had to move and stuff and only when I moved too fast or lifted my arms when I shouldn't have. That's when I would feel pain for like a quick second...

Getting my wisdom teeth pulled and recovery hurt a million times worse. I could not believe it, but hey, no complaints here hehe

mama2twingirls · 06-18-2008, 01:29 AM

I voted 2. I had some uncomfortable times, but other than immediately after surgery, I didn't take any pain medication with either of my augmentations. My PS gave me the Rx, but I really didn't need it. The day after my redo, I was at home with my 4 year old twins alone. Granted they are pretty self sufficient, but, I still made them breakfast and lunch, as well as looked after them (from the recliner) all day.

wocky · 06-18-2008, 01:33 AM

I woulda voted for 1 if it were a choice, but I settled for 2.

I felt only tightness, like milk engorgement. The tightness lasted about 3-4 days, then after that there was no discomfort at all. Other than not being able to raise my arms above my head all the way -- which lasted about 10 days -- I felt totally fine, boobs-wise.

Now, my tummy tuck? Totally different ballgame! OUCH!!!

Ina · 06-18-2008, 05:02 AM

I voted 6 because the initial pain meds I was prescribed didn't do much for me (well, they caused stomach cramps but that was about it). It went down to about 2-3 with the right pain medication though.

norcalbabe · 06-18-2008, 01:28 PM

i voted extreme b/c i had a horrible recovery. i was in tears DAY 2-3 and i couldn't bear to even move. by DAY 4 it started to get a little better but still wasn't able to prop myself up. BF was a huge help the first 2 weeks. i didn't start driving until after 2 wks and for the 1st wk it was still painful (mainly my left arm and the seatbelt rubbing against my sore/tender breasts).

MissPriss · 06-18-2008, 01:32 PM

First day a 10 for sure! Got better after that and was probably a 5 or 6. I didnt have an easy time at all though. Its different for everyone!

divorced2105 · 06-18-2008, 03:03 PM

i said 3 cuz the 1st day was the worst and then after that it was a breeze but now its just kinda going in and out of pain to pressure to soreness so all in all its a 3 for me!

chelle75 · 06-18-2008, 06:09 PM

I'm a 2 also. I never had any pain, it was all tightness and pressure. For me I think the tummy tuck took away from any and all pain there may have been associated with my BA.

View Poll Results: Pain on A Scale from 1 to 10
None	7	5.30%
2	24	18.18%
3	18	13.64%
4	11	8.33%
Moderate	19	14.39%
6	13	9.85%
7	11	8.33%
8	15	11.36%
9	8	6.06%
Extreme	6	4.55%
Voters: 132. You may not vote on this poll

06-17-2008, 11:05 AM	#1
FoxyBooBear My New Life On The D List Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Bergen County, NJ Posts: 462 My Mood: Thanks: 463 Thanked 149 Times in 109 Posts	Pain on A Scale from 1 to 10 How was your pain after BA? 1 None 5 Moderate 10 Extreme __________________ Dr. Paul Parker July 1, 2008 Pre BA: 32B After: 32D (So Far) Profile: Mod+ Size: 300cc L, 350cc R Mentor, Silicone Gel Unders, Smooth & Round Crease Incision (Inframmary)

06-17-2008, 11:15 AM	#2
tetitas Not anymore! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Lexington, Kentucky Posts: 136 My Mood: Thanks: 128 Thanked 38 Times in 36 Posts	I said 3, because I had very little pain. I was uncomfortable and achy, but nothing bad. I was very pleasantly surprised with my recovery!!! __________________

06-17-2008, 11:25 AM	#3
Rebecca8669 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Albuquerque,NM Posts: 115 Thanks: 198 Thanked 59 Times in 42 Posts	I voted "2" because I didn't really have pain. I felt pressure, like when you get engorged for breastfeeding, but no real "pain." I was very lucky, looking at the number "7"s posted! __________________

06-17-2008, 11:56 AM	#4
hw9907 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: monterey california Posts: 28 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	I voted a 2 because I really didn't have pain just aches. I was also surprised with my recovery. I was back to work on day 5. __________________ Mother of 2 5'3" 136lbs Pre 36 Full B small C Post 36 Mid DD so far 500cc's saline, under

06-17-2008, 12:08 PM	#5
Boobs-a-Bouncin Join Date: May 2007 Location: California Posts: 907 Thanks: 699 Thanked 399 Times in 345 Posts	I voted moderate because I had a lot of pain immediately after I got home but once I got through that (nausea/vomiting alleviated by med and about an hour of pain until pain med kicked in) i'd say it was pretty low from then on. I was careful to stay on schedule with my pain meds the first couple days though- esp. at night so I could be sure to get good sleep. My PS told me at 1 day post op that my skin was very thick and tight so that may have affected my initial discomfort. If you're prone to nausea definitely tell your docs and get something for it. __________________ www.justbreastimplants.com/Andreasen/ Andi 5'2" 120 lbs. 29"RC BA 7/11/07 375 filled to 400cc Saline Mod+/Round/Smooth/Complete Unders/Areola Pre 34A/32B Post 34DD (JBI chart= 34FullC/D) 37"-27"-37" Married (no children)

06-17-2008, 10:10 PM	#6
kariev34 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida Posts: 222 My Mood: Thanks: 10 Thanked 69 Times in 51 Posts	I picked a 2. I have to say my recovery was soooo easy. The worst i had it was it just felt like i did a lot of pushups and my chest muscles were sore. Other than my back pain from having to sleep on my back upright i didn't have any really.

06-17-2008, 11:00 PM	#7
honeysuckle7 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Arlington, Texas Posts: 66 Thanks: 23 Thanked 24 Times in 21 Posts	I also said "2". There was some discomfort but not actually pain. I also went back to work on day six, felt tired but other than that I felt fine. __________________ Honeysuckle 5"3" 112 lbs 400 lft 420 rgt Smooth Saline/Unders

06-18-2008, 12:04 AM	#8
Nikki Imitation is THE best form of flattery! BELIEVE IT! Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: The Milky Way Posts: 2,870 My Mood: Thanks: 2,203 Thanked 2,018 Times in 868 Posts	I voted 3. I had very little pain. I had discomfort and soreness, but not outright PAIN. I'm sure the Demerol made some difference with that, lol. __________________ www.justbreastimplants.com/DeWire/

06-18-2008, 12:43 AM	#9
Victoria Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Northern California Posts: 787 Thanks: 223 Thanked 354 Times in 296 Posts	discomfort I think the discomfort factor is a bigger issue than the pain. Sure, you're sore, there's pain, but the inconvenience factor of your discomfort is huge! Hard to sit, hard to sleep, hard to get up and get down, etc. Patience are huge! It just takes time!

06-18-2008, 01:15 AM	#10
starkarros Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 1,686 Thanks: 624 Thanked 595 Times in 549 Posts	* 2 * I wasn't really in pain. I was more uncomfortable than in pain...and it was my back that hurt from the sleeping position. I expected to be dying in pain since it was a surgery but I was pleasantly surprised that it didn't hurt like I thought it would. It was just a "pain" in the butt how slow I had to move and stuff and only when I moved too fast or lifted my arms when I shouldn't have. That's when I would feel pain for like a quick second... Getting my wisdom teeth pulled and recovery hurt a million times worse. I could not believe it, but hey, no complaints here hehe __________________ If you don't risk anything..you may just be risking it all 5'1 - 105lbs Ribcage - 26 inches PreBA - Deflated 30DD but wore 34C bras PostBA - 30FF/32F/32DDD(D) Left 350cc ~ Right 325cc HP Mentor Silicone Memory Gel Partial Unders 7months post op I like this top but my boobs are getting squashed ~ lack of its normal projection :( www.justbreastimplants.com/Smith/

06-18-2008, 01:29 AM	#11
mama2twingirls My Marine, My Hero Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Transplanted to Sunny San Diego, California Posts: 384 Thanks: 78 Thanked 173 Times in 143 Posts	I voted 2. I had some uncomfortable times, but other than immediately after surgery, I didn't take any pain medication with either of my augmentations. My PS gave me the Rx, but I really didn't need it. The day after my redo, I was at home with my 4 year old twins alone. Granted they are pretty self sufficient, but, I still made them breakfast and lunch, as well as looked after them (from the recliner) all day. __________________ www.justbreastimplants.com/Pousti/ Redo for CC 11/28/07 Inamed style15 533cc Silicone Unders midrange profile 30G/32F

06-18-2008, 01:33 AM	#12
wocky 1 BIG BOOB, 1 little boob Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: California Posts: 818 Thanks: 313 Thanked 334 Times in 285 Posts	I woulda voted for 1 if it were a choice, but I settled for 2. I felt only tightness, like milk engorgement. The tightness lasted about 3-4 days, then after that there was no discomfort at all. Other than not being able to raise my arms above my head all the way -- which lasted about 10 days -- I felt totally fine, boobs-wise. Now, my tummy tuck? Totally different ballgame! OUCH!!! __________________ Married mom of 2 sweet kids, both breastfed Pre-BA: deflated 32A/B Post-BA: 32B/C 26.5" ribcage, 5'2", 100lbs. 200cc full unders, Mentor MemoryGel mod profile silicones, transareolar incision BA, FTT w/MR, flank lipo on Feb. 5, 2008 Considering revision to correct pre-existing asymmetry that wasn't fully addressed at my BA (by lowering left crease). Sometime in late 2009?

06-18-2008, 05:02 AM	#13
Ina Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Scandinavia Posts: 2,098 Thanks: 606 Thanked 1,090 Times in 688 Posts	I voted 6 because the initial pain meds I was prescribed didn't do much for me (well, they caused stomach cramps but that was about it). It went down to about 2-3 with the right pain medication though. __________________

06-18-2008, 01:28 PM	#14
norcalbabe Join Date: May 2008 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 319 Thanks: 54 Thanked 101 Times in 93 Posts	i voted extreme b/c i had a horrible recovery. i was in tears DAY 2-3 and i couldn't bear to even move. by DAY 4 it started to get a little better but still wasn't able to prop myself up. BF was a huge help the first 2 weeks. i didn't start driving until after 2 wks and for the 1st wk it was still painful (mainly my left arm and the seatbelt rubbing against my sore/tender breasts). __________________ BA Date: 5.23.2008 Implant: mentor, smooth, moderates Incision: transaxillary, under the muscle Size: 400cc Height: 5'5" Weight: 119 lbs. Pre-Op: 34B Post-Op: 32DD/E

06-18-2008, 01:32 PM	#15
MissPriss big boobs are awesome! Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: :) Posts: 199 My Mood: Thanks: 43 Thanked 72 Times in 65 Posts	First day a 10 for sure! Got better after that and was probably a 5 or 6. I didnt have an easy time at all though. Its different for everyone! __________________ 5'3" 102lbs. BA:March 28,2008 480CCS Saline/Unders Pre BA:32A(full) PO:32E

06-18-2008, 03:03 PM	#16
divorced2105 Join Date: May 2008 Location: oregon Posts: 200 My Mood: Thanks: 101 Thanked 70 Times in 65 Posts	i said 3 cuz the 1st day was the worst and then after that it was a breeze but now its just kinda going in and out of pain to pressure to soreness so all in all its a 3 for me!

06-18-2008, 06:09 PM	#17
chelle75 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Fresno, CA Posts: 252 My Mood: Thanks: 120 Thanked 83 Times in 74 Posts	I'm a 2 also. I never had any pain, it was all tightness and pressure. For me I think the tummy tuck took away from any and all pain there may have been associated with my BA. __________________ [ 33 years old 5'5" 138 pounds Full Tummy Tuck & Breast Augmentation June 10, 2008 Pre BA saggy 36A after breastfeeding 3 babies 400cc, Mentor Memory Gel moderate profile crease incision, full unders Post BA 36D Mommy to 3 wonderful kids Wife for 13 years to the love of my life