Stinging pain normal 17 days after Breast augmentation?

I had Breast augmentation with placement under the muscle and a vertical lift all at the same time 17 days ago, I'm still having pain on each side of the breast and alot of sensitivity like stinging sensation is this common and how long does it usually last?

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A: Fun in the sun

Kenneth R. Francis, MD

Marie, I'm glad that you are able to recover in sunny hawaii.  The symptoms that you describe are not at all uncommon 17 days following breast augmentation and lift.  I inform my patients that it may take 3-6 months for sensation symptoms to resolve.  Good luck!

A: Sensitivity issues after breast implants

Steven Wallach, MD

The breasts will often feel "funny" after breast augmentation. This sensitivity issue may last a few weeks until the body gets used to the implants and the stretched tissue has relaxed. 

A: Stinging sensation is normal and will go away

George Marosan, MD

I tell my patients that it is normal to experience some stinging sensation, burning sensation or shooting pain sensation as the sensory nerves are coming back to normal function. Now, there should not be continuous stinging or pain. If that is the case, you need to see your surgeon. Occassionally a... more

A: These stinging pains are not unusual and will resolve

Carl W. "Rick" Lentz III, MD

 It is quite frequent for patients who have under gone breast implants to have these stinging pains in their breast for several weeks after surgery. They will almost always go away on their own. There is nothing to worry about and not much you can do to make them go away any faster. 

A: Nipple sensitivity is not unusual following breast surgery

Jeffrey Zwiren, MD

 An increase in nipple sensitivity is not uncommon after breast surgery.   This is due to irritation of the nerves that supply sensation to this area.  The nerves arise between the ribs and run over the muscle, through the breast tissue to supply the nipple and areola.  The implant, since... more

A: This is normal

Richard P. Rand, MD

What you are describing sounds normal for some patients but not most.  Best to go back to your doctor for a quick check-up and some reassurance that all is fine.

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