I had silicone BA 3yrs ago. Nipples were left a little sensative but not overly so. As of a month ago, both have been VERY sensative to touch and clothes contact. They are dry and peeling. It feels like burning, shooting pain in nipple/areola area a few times a day. No pain around rest of breast. Could this be due to the silicone? I have gained 60 lbs since BA. Could it be the weight gain? Could it be an infection? Or a fungus on nipple? I am not pregnant. Not menstrating.
November 29, 2010
Answer: Changes in sensation are most likely not related to your surgery
It is unlikely that the recent sensitivity changes you've seen are a result of your surgery. Temparary changes after a breast augmentation are relatively common. Some patients become more sensitive, some patients claim to be less sensitive. Permanent sensory changes are rare. Over the years I have seen a handful of patients who have developed similiar symptoms to yours. For some unknown reason they developed what appeared to be a rash of one or both areolae years after surgery. Their symptoms cleared up with a topical steroid. Your best bet is to be evaluated by an experienced board certified plastic surgeon in your area.
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November 29, 2010
Answer: Changes in sensation are most likely not related to your surgery
It is unlikely that the recent sensitivity changes you've seen are a result of your surgery. Temparary changes after a breast augmentation are relatively common. Some patients become more sensitive, some patients claim to be less sensitive. Permanent sensory changes are rare. Over the years I have seen a handful of patients who have developed similiar symptoms to yours. For some unknown reason they developed what appeared to be a rash of one or both areolae years after surgery. Their symptoms cleared up with a topical steroid. Your best bet is to be evaluated by an experienced board certified plastic surgeon in your area.
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August 24, 2010
Answer: Nipple sensation can be affected by breast augmentation.
Nipple sensation can be affected by breast augmentation but this is usually in the early postoperative period. Sensation can be decreased (more common) or increased.
The symptoms you describe with dryness, pain, and peeling do not seem to be related to the breast augmentation. This may be due to a skin disease or sensitivity to fabrics, chemicals, or environmental exposure.
This is something that you may want to have your PCP or a dermatologist look at to determine if something can be done to help improve your symptoms.
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August 24, 2010
Answer: Nipple sensation can be affected by breast augmentation.
Nipple sensation can be affected by breast augmentation but this is usually in the early postoperative period. Sensation can be decreased (more common) or increased.
The symptoms you describe with dryness, pain, and peeling do not seem to be related to the breast augmentation. This may be due to a skin disease or sensitivity to fabrics, chemicals, or environmental exposure.
This is something that you may want to have your PCP or a dermatologist look at to determine if something can be done to help improve your symptoms.
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