It is Normal to Feel Like You Are Breastfeeding After Breast Surgery?

Yes it is normal and at times there may be a little discharge as well...The implant puts pressure on your breast tissue and gives you that engorged feeling...And that swelling can also stimulate breast tissue to express fluid....But it's all normal...

It is quite common for the breasts to feel like they are engorged when it is really jsut swelling. This will take several weeks to settle down.

Thank you for the question.

Yes, I have had several patients describe the post-breast augmentation sensations  similar to what you have described. These patient states that they feel “engorged”. These sensations will subside over the course of several weeks.

Continue to follow-up with your plastic surgeon.

Best wishes.

Hello. Thank you for your inquiry and congratulations on your surgery! Its not uncommon for these sensations.

It is important to have an in-person medical assessment regarding this issue as it is difficult to determine virtually. Continue to update your doctor in the matter and follow their post-op protocol.

Please ensure to get cleared by your doctor before engaging in specific physical activity before the 3 month healing period has ended as the healing stage is crucial for healthy results.

It generally takes around 6 months to a year to see your final results. Your tissues will take time to relax and allow your implants to "Drop and Fluff" settling into place. Should a revision cross your mind, it is best to wait at least 6 months to a year before doing so.

Our tips for recovery following breast augmentation are to wear a supportive sports bra for 3 months post-operative and refrain from lifting anything heavier than 10 lbs for 3 weeks as we don't want any strain at your incision sites. Make sure to keep the area of your stitches clean by cleansing with hydrogen peroxide daily. Showering is encouraged! But, no sitting in water for 2 weeks following surgery (no baths, hot tubs, pools etc.).

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Hi lunamaguay,

Many of my patients describe the feeling after breast augmentation as similar to when their milk "came in" for breastfeeding.  This will subside, but may take a bit longer.  It is also common to have that itchy sensation around the scars.  If it is OK with your plastic surgeon, a moisturizing lotion or aloe vera gel work well for that.  Good luck.