I am 53 years old and had silicone implants 1 month ago. I am having very sensitive nipples, almost to the point of painful. Fabric hurts to touch them. What can you recomend? I have tried several creams and nothing seems to work. My doctor tells me it will ease in time.
October 12, 2018
Answer: Sensitive nipples after a breast augmentation This can certainly occur after a breast augmentation. The opposite can also occur where the nipples are less sensitive. An equally frustrating experience. Regardless - do not worry - the nipples generally return to their preop sensation level within a few months post op. In the meantime I would massage your nipples for five minutes a couple of times a day and this will speed up the process. Best of luck!
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October 12, 2018
Answer: Sensitive nipples after a breast augmentation This can certainly occur after a breast augmentation. The opposite can also occur where the nipples are less sensitive. An equally frustrating experience. Regardless - do not worry - the nipples generally return to their preop sensation level within a few months post op. In the meantime I would massage your nipples for five minutes a couple of times a day and this will speed up the process. Best of luck!
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February 17, 2017
Answer: Try to Massage the Nipples Thank you for your question. Your doctor is probably right that it will ease in time. Please follow any instructions they've given you, because they know all the details of your case. Nipple sensitivity after any breast surgery can be decreased, increased, or unchanged. Changes in sensitivity will usually settle down over time. You can massage the nipples to desensitize them, but it may take several months to ameliorate.
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February 17, 2017
Answer: Try to Massage the Nipples Thank you for your question. Your doctor is probably right that it will ease in time. Please follow any instructions they've given you, because they know all the details of your case. Nipple sensitivity after any breast surgery can be decreased, increased, or unchanged. Changes in sensitivity will usually settle down over time. You can massage the nipples to desensitize them, but it may take several months to ameliorate.
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October 21, 2016
Answer: Nipple Sensitivity After Breast Augmentation Hypersensitivity of the nipples is very common after breast augmentation and your physician is correct - this will resolve over time. There are numerous microscopic nerves in the breasts that can get injured and stretched during the surgical process. As these nerves are regenerating, they can cause sensations such as tingling, sharp, shooting pains, and hypersensitivity. Most patients see resolution within a few weeks. In the meantime, you may pad the area with gauze or soft padding to reduce the irritation caused by friction.
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October 21, 2016
Answer: Nipple Sensitivity After Breast Augmentation Hypersensitivity of the nipples is very common after breast augmentation and your physician is correct - this will resolve over time. There are numerous microscopic nerves in the breasts that can get injured and stretched during the surgical process. As these nerves are regenerating, they can cause sensations such as tingling, sharp, shooting pains, and hypersensitivity. Most patients see resolution within a few weeks. In the meantime, you may pad the area with gauze or soft padding to reduce the irritation caused by friction.
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