Pain is subjective, meaning it is hard to determine how you will feel following surgery. All women have a different level of tolerance for pain. Further, the perception of pain can be influenced by a patient’s attitude on the day of the surgery. If a woman is anxious or apprehensive of the breast augmentation, then she is more likely to painful experience. In short, a patient’s psyche can alter her overall experience.
Generally speaking, most women feel a certain amount of pressure or discomfort following a breast augmentation. However, your doctor can prescribe pain medication to help soothe you.
To avoid further pain and higher levels of discomfort, it is important to follow your doctor’s orders. You will need to restrict your arm movements and keep your arms as close to your chest as possible. Patients will discover that limiting the motion of their muscles will result in an easier and faster recovery.