implant removal

Hi

I just had my implant removed due to an infection. It was not a choice. I can answer you though, regarding shoulder issues before and after implant. I had the standard under the pec placement, once my implant was in, I started having major shoulder issues. I went through months of physical therapy when I was told by my PS his collegue could do a pre-pectoral surgery. That surgery eliminated my shoulder pain. I no longer had neck issues, frozen shoulder etc. I was pretty relieved and thought I could start more of a normal life. Unfortunately for me, I developed an infection and recently had my implant removed. Since that surgery, my shoulder pain has again intensified. I have no implant, just flat with stitches. I also have intermittent cramping under my arm and on my chest. The implant removal was my fourth surgery. The doctors don't tell us about the pain the mastectomy will cause. I think we just have to keep up with excercises and physical therapy for the rest of our lives. I also think it is very important to find a good breast cancer/lymphadema certified physical therapist. I had a couple of physical therapists who treated me as a basic frozen shoulder patient, they actually made my pain and my condition much worse. I needed lymphatic release and massage, to help make things better. Once that was done and corrected, I could move to excercises. Best of luck to you.