4 weeks post op Breast Augmentation tingling driving me insane!

Hello,Thank you for your question. Typically, nerve related tingling, burning or buzzing sensations resolve shortly after the 1 month mark so you can expect this to dissipate very soon. Sometimes, once the incisions are well healed, massage of the scars and lateral sides can help desensitize the area. Your Plastic Surgeon may be able to prescribe a nerve pain medication such as Gabapentin or Lyrica if this doesn't resolve naturally for you soon.All the best

Thanks for the question. Its too early to talk about final results.In my practice, after performing a BA I recommend to my patients to limit the movement of the arms for two weeks. After that, you can move your arms taking care and always with common sense. In this regard, it's not advisable to carry heavy weights to prevent the implant out of position, and allow the formation of the physiological capsule around the implant, also to avoid pain and breast swelling.Kind regards,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol.-

Breast tingling or soreness is very normal after your breast augmentation. It is the result of the breast tissue being stretched.

What you are experiencing is very common and should resolve over the next 2 months.  This tingling represents nerve regeneration and is a normal  part of healing.  If it is truly "driving you crazy", Gabapentin is a medication that may help these symptoms.

Sensation to the nipple is usually preserved with breast augmentation. The key word here is usually. Any surgery can cause change of sensation. There has been a significant amount of research into nipple sensation. The skin nerves of the breast come between the 1st to 6th ribs. The nipple-areola complex is consistently supplied by the nerve coming from the 4th rib (IVth intercostal nerve), with additional supply by branches of the 3rd and 5th intercostal nerves. This means that the threats to nipple sensation include the following:1. Where is the incision for the augmentation placed?2. What nerves have been injured during pocket dissection?3. Does the size of the implant stretch the nerve?Sometimes injuries to the nerve (especially from the third reason) will resolve over time (typically 6 months to a year) but in rare cases sensation loss can be permanent.Be sure to discuss your concerns with an accredited plastic surgeon.