Numbness After Breast Implant Exchange

February 11, 2009
Asked By:Sgrizzard in Springfield Missouri

I had my breast implants exchanged (and 4th degree contraction scars removed) 6 weeks ago and I have total numbness over 75-80% of both breasts. The new implants are 325 cc silicone and are larger than the original. My first surgery was 31 years ago. What is causing this numbness and is there anything that I can do to enhance recovery of the nerves? If the feeling does not return, is there anything that can be done?

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September 23, 2015

Answer: Loss of sensation can be transient.

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September 23, 2015

Answer: Loss of sensation can be transient.

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Answer: Numbness after capsulectomy and breast implant replacement is almost always temporary.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
October 11, 2010

Answer: Numbness after capsulectomy and breast implant replacement is almost always temporary.

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September 30, 2010

Answer: Feeling and numbness after breast surgery

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September 30, 2010

Answer: Feeling and numbness after breast surgery

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