Is it normal to experience hand numbness on both hands after a breast lift with implants?

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Hi, I had a breast lift with implants done about 3 weeks ago and ever since I’ve been experiencing numbness and tingling on both my hands at random times throughout my day sometimes night the first week I figured it was normal due to the surgery but now I’m becoming more worried since it’s on week 3 and it hasn’t gone away, should I be worried is it normal?

John Paul Tutela, MD · Answer

Thanks so much for reaching out. Can happen from compressing on a nerve during surgery from the positioning that you were in.  This should progressively get better on its own.  Definitely contact your surgeon and go over your complaints so they can come up with a plan.I hope this helps :)

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Hi yasoliveira,
  
I am sorry to hear about what you are experiencing. It is difficult to ascertain what this is and its causes. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon to have yourself properly assessed. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
  
Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS
  
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
  
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
  Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and I am sorry to hear of your hand numbness.  This would not be a common complaint following a breast lift and augmentation and I would advise discussing your symptoms with your surgeon.  At times patient positioning during the procedure may place tension on some of the nerves in your neck and arms, and needs to be ruled out.  Hope this helps.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Numbness 3 weeks after BAM and BL does tend to improve over the course of a year.  For most patients, this is temporary, A nerve injury due to positioning during surgery may be the reason.  Schedule a follow-up with your PS if this continues to be an issue.

Douglas Taranow, DO, FACOS · Answer

Bilateral hand tingling and numbness post breast augmentation is not common, but does occur.  Usually it is from the pressure on the chest extending to the arms.  Rarely, it may be from arm position during the procedure. It usually resolves over time.  Make sure you speak to your surgeon and have them examine you as well.Dr T

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