Will post op breast reduction nipple hypersensitivity resolve or is it permanent?

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I am 58 yrs old and had a BBR with auxillary lipo done through the surgical site on April 26. I am now 4 weeks post op. My surgeon used the anchor technique. My incisions look amazing and are healing well. My concern is the hypersensitivity of each nipple and surrounding skin as well as complete numbness Of the lipo areas. Will the sensitivity eventually subside? Any touching is very uncomfortable especially each nipple.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Best to check with the plastic surgeon who performed your breast reduction;  but in my experience, the sensitivity diminishes with time.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear DiJoGa,changes in sensitivity of breasts and nipples are not that uncommon after breast surgeries. In most cases it resolves with time but sometimes it can take a few months. You should be patient and wait. You can always consult your plastic surgeon if you are concerned.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery 
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

following your procedure is common and will improve with time.  So treat symptomatically and be patient and it should subside.

Steven Turkeltaub, MD · Answer

Congratulations on your breast reduction and outstanding results. As regards nipple hypersensitivity, this usually resolves in several months for most women though some can even take as long a a year for this to happen. Yes, it can be very annoying but virtually always will resolve in time.Steven Turkeltaub, MD

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