I had breast augmentation 2 weeks ago, and my nipples and a large part of my breasts are numb. Is this normal, and will it go away? I started as a 34A, and had 375 cc's, putting me currently in the C-D range. I'm about 5'5', 120 lbs, light frame. My skin feels really tight, like it still hasn't stretched enough, and sometimes I feel like I have a tiny bit of heat rash on them. The crease scars still hurts a little, but nothing unbearable. More than anything, I want the sensation to return. Any advice?
Answer: Numbness after breast augmentation It is very common for changes in sensation to occur, whether it be a n increase or decrease in sensitivity. Usually these changes will return to normal after a few weeks or months after surgery.
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Answer: Numbness after breast augmentation It is very common for changes in sensation to occur, whether it be a n increase or decrease in sensitivity. Usually these changes will return to normal after a few weeks or months after surgery.
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Answer: Decrease In Sensation It is not uncommon to have some degree of a decrease in sensation in breasts after a breast augmentation surgery. Some people may not experience much of this and some people may experience it more than others. The amount of time needed for sensation to return also varies between people. The tightness should also improve as you continue to heal, your breast tissue will adapt to the implants and they should become softer and more relaxed.Hope this helps,Ali Rıza Öreroğlu, MD FEBOPRASEuropean and Turkish Board Certified Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive SurgeonIstanbul, Turkey
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Answer: Decrease In Sensation It is not uncommon to have some degree of a decrease in sensation in breasts after a breast augmentation surgery. Some people may not experience much of this and some people may experience it more than others. The amount of time needed for sensation to return also varies between people. The tightness should also improve as you continue to heal, your breast tissue will adapt to the implants and they should become softer and more relaxed.Hope this helps,Ali Rıza Öreroğlu, MD FEBOPRASEuropean and Turkish Board Certified Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive SurgeonIstanbul, Turkey
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July 4, 2016
Answer: Nipple and Breast Numbness After Breast Implant Surgery It is still quite early in your recovery. Your #healing will continue for 2-3 months for the early period. This includes some #swelling, bruising, malposition, color differences. Sensation may also be abnormal and scars will be evolve. #Tingling, burning or shooting pains, which will disappear with time and should not alarm you and indicate regeneration of the sensory nerves. If these sensations cause pain, repeated, local self-massage per your surgeon's instructions may help. However, #textured implants do not require breast #massage and if massage is recommended, you will be informed more about it during your post-operative visit. Further, if you have concerns about your healing, or pain that you question to be unusual, it is important to call your plastic surgeon to discuss these further asked to be examined.
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July 4, 2016
Answer: Nipple and Breast Numbness After Breast Implant Surgery It is still quite early in your recovery. Your #healing will continue for 2-3 months for the early period. This includes some #swelling, bruising, malposition, color differences. Sensation may also be abnormal and scars will be evolve. #Tingling, burning or shooting pains, which will disappear with time and should not alarm you and indicate regeneration of the sensory nerves. If these sensations cause pain, repeated, local self-massage per your surgeon's instructions may help. However, #textured implants do not require breast #massage and if massage is recommended, you will be informed more about it during your post-operative visit. Further, if you have concerns about your healing, or pain that you question to be unusual, it is important to call your plastic surgeon to discuss these further asked to be examined.
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April 14, 2016
Answer: Nipple Numbness after Breast Implants Thank you for your question. Unfortunately, numbness is a potential complication following any surgical procedure. When it comes to the breasts the numbness is usually temporary but it can take several weeks to months to years to resolve. Because you are so early on in the healing process, I would recommend being patient and remember that things will settle down and you should see improvement over the next few weeks. Any concerns however big or small should be addressed with your operating surgeon. Congratulations on your breast augmentation and best of luck on your recovery.
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April 14, 2016
Answer: Nipple Numbness after Breast Implants Thank you for your question. Unfortunately, numbness is a potential complication following any surgical procedure. When it comes to the breasts the numbness is usually temporary but it can take several weeks to months to years to resolve. Because you are so early on in the healing process, I would recommend being patient and remember that things will settle down and you should see improvement over the next few weeks. Any concerns however big or small should be addressed with your operating surgeon. Congratulations on your breast augmentation and best of luck on your recovery.
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September 27, 2018
Answer: Loss of sensation Loss of sensation in the nipple/areola is fortunately an uncommon occurrence.In my experience, permanent loss of of sensation may be due to stretching of the sensory nerves by using very large implants causing a stretch injury or pressure on the nerves, extent of dissection which can damage the nerves, and the size of implant. I find that the location of the incision is not usually the reason for loss of sensation.Choosing a board-certified plastic surgeon is important when considering surgery, as it will lower your chances of complications.
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September 27, 2018
Answer: Loss of sensation Loss of sensation in the nipple/areola is fortunately an uncommon occurrence.In my experience, permanent loss of of sensation may be due to stretching of the sensory nerves by using very large implants causing a stretch injury or pressure on the nerves, extent of dissection which can damage the nerves, and the size of implant. I find that the location of the incision is not usually the reason for loss of sensation.Choosing a board-certified plastic surgeon is important when considering surgery, as it will lower your chances of complications.
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February 10, 2018
Answer: Loss of Sensation Following Breast Augmentation
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February 10, 2018
Answer: Loss of Sensation Following Breast Augmentation
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