I have some nerve damage post neck lipo. Will ear numbness go away? I had neck lipo with a medium chin implant one month ago.

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I still have numbness to the upper part of my ear lobe and above towards the middle. I do have sensation on the inner part. The bottom of he lobe has some sensation but as I go up it gets numb. My ps says that this is due to disturbing the great auricular nerve and will heal in 2 to 3 months. Does this nerve regenerate and if so how long does it take to get sensation back? Is there anything I can do to help it? If it does not come back can the nerve be repaired with surgery? I am 47.

Christopher Saunders, MD · Answer

I recommend just waiting. Most likely you have a neuropraxia or bruise injury to the Great Auricular Nerve. With high probability this will resolve and go away with time.But it is Slow! Really slow. I would give it a year, but you should see improvement in 6 months or so.Surgery is rarely needed.Keep in contact with your doctor. I expect all will heal well.Dr Chris Saunders

Misbah Khan MD, FAAD, FACMS · Answer

post-liposuction injury to the nerves is not that uncommon. it usually resolves on its own. u can do frequent massages if you like. but best would be stay in touch with your doctor and maintain your follow up visits

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

The cutaneous nerve called greater auricular received blunt trauma from the liposuction. It is not cut, just bruised. Full recovery should be expected.

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