Bad itching on nipple after Breast Lift with Implants. Is this normal?

Without examination, no one here should blindly reassure you, but knowing that itching is a time-honored sign of healing should not make you worry.As swelling goes down after surgery, sensory nerves that were stretched are now become less stretched, and the "signal" those nerves often send is "itch." Sometimes it's also little twinges or even sharp "electric shocks," but these almost always are normal, at least in the absence of other symptoms that could signify something else. Dry or chapped skin, and a change in the normal skin bacteria and lubrication glands can often accompany surgery, and irritated nipple skin can feel itchy to the point of painful. These sensations can be further aggravated by surgical injury that has to heal--as the nerve healing occurs, sensations (including "extremely bad itching") are a sign of healing and recovery of those nerve impulses.If you have any other concerns that might have a bearing on this severe itch, please call or see your surgeon. Normal--most likely. Something wrong--always possible, but quite unlikely! Best wishes! Dr. Tholen

Itching while healing is not uncommon and considered a normal sensation while incisions are healing. Talk to your doctor about the best remedy to help relieve this. (Perhaps bacitracin on incision to soothe the area, or oral benedryl to relieve itching). Warm Regards, 

It's not unusual for patients to experience itching following the combination of breast augmentation and breast lift surgery. Itching can occur for a variety of reasons. In most cases, it's related to normal wound healing and the resolution of swelling. In other cases, the compression bra an cause irritation of the underlying skin. These problems tend to resolve without difficulty and are best treated with moisturizing creams.In other cases, hypersensitivity reactions and allergic reactions to adhesive agents and steri strips may be responsible. Under these circumstances, Benadryl and topical steroids may be necessary.Finally, bacterial and fungal infections may be responsible for itching. In this situation, local wound care and antibiotics may be necessaryIn the vast majority of patients, itching resolves without intervention. Occasionally, itching may indicate the presence of a more serious problem such as infection. For these reasons, it's appropriate to consult your plastic surgeon if itching is an issue. Your surgeon should be able to evaluate your situation and formulate an appropriate treatment plan.

Although itching is often seen after surgery, check in with your plastic surgeon to make sure you are not having an allergic reaction or topical sensitivity. 

Hi New,Itching after surgery in very common, and can be from tapes (steristrips) , medications, dry skin from the surgical prep soap, or a variety of things.  Keep your PS in the loop to make the correct diagnosis and start the correct treatment whether it be a steroid cream, Benadryl spray, steroid pills, or just a moisturizing lotion or maybe just riding it all out without active treatment. All the best, "Dr. Joe"