I had my BA 3 weeks ago (silicone, subglandular, areola insicion) and I have lost the sensitivity of my right nipple. I thought that my left one was too sensitive, but after a week, I found out that I don't have any sensitivity in my right one. I touch it, pinch it and I don't feel anything. I want to know if that is bad and what can I possibly do to recover the sensitivity. I will appreciate some answers, thanks! (:
Answer: Numb nipple after breast surgery is not bad, but it may be sad. Since small nerves are unavoidably cut during the creation of a breast pocket for implants (or during a breast lift), there is always a chance for nipple numbness. Some studies put this risk at about 5% (a few more and a few less, higher with breast lifts--about 15%). But, there is always the chance that the sensory nerve to the nipple (usually the lateral 4th intercostal nerve, possibly with branches from the 3rd and 5th) is not severed (permanently numb) and simply stretched or injured. That is why there is always a chance that an initially-numb nipple can regain sensation.I think that there is a slightly higher risk of nipple numbness with a periareolar incision (as well as a higher risk for capsular contracture) since the ducts and nerve branches to the nipple are cut with this incision. But axillary and inframammary incison patients also have about 5% nipple numbness.Other nerves are responsible for causing erect nipples with cold or stimulation, so even if your nipple remains permanently numb, you may not lose erectility. Only time will tell about sensation, and there is nothing you or your surgeon can do to enhance the chances that it will recover. There is a chance that sensation can return for about a year after surgery, though I have heard of one or two cases where it took up to two years (but not often.)Cross your fingers! Best wishes! Dr. Tholen
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Answer: Numb nipple after breast surgery is not bad, but it may be sad. Since small nerves are unavoidably cut during the creation of a breast pocket for implants (or during a breast lift), there is always a chance for nipple numbness. Some studies put this risk at about 5% (a few more and a few less, higher with breast lifts--about 15%). But, there is always the chance that the sensory nerve to the nipple (usually the lateral 4th intercostal nerve, possibly with branches from the 3rd and 5th) is not severed (permanently numb) and simply stretched or injured. That is why there is always a chance that an initially-numb nipple can regain sensation.I think that there is a slightly higher risk of nipple numbness with a periareolar incision (as well as a higher risk for capsular contracture) since the ducts and nerve branches to the nipple are cut with this incision. But axillary and inframammary incison patients also have about 5% nipple numbness.Other nerves are responsible for causing erect nipples with cold or stimulation, so even if your nipple remains permanently numb, you may not lose erectility. Only time will tell about sensation, and there is nothing you or your surgeon can do to enhance the chances that it will recover. There is a chance that sensation can return for about a year after surgery, though I have heard of one or two cases where it took up to two years (but not often.)Cross your fingers! Best wishes! Dr. Tholen
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July 24, 2014
Answer: Sientra Implants Hi Ch,One large study showed that women who had numbness around their nipples continued to improve for up to two years. So hang in there on that one. Some say 3% remain numb, but others feel that almost all get better in time. The hyper sensitivity is entirely normal. Massage the are with a terry cloth wash cloth for five minutes a day and this will settle down. Keep your surgeon in the loop. All the best, "Dr. Joe"
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July 24, 2014
Answer: Sientra Implants Hi Ch,One large study showed that women who had numbness around their nipples continued to improve for up to two years. So hang in there on that one. Some say 3% remain numb, but others feel that almost all get better in time. The hyper sensitivity is entirely normal. Massage the are with a terry cloth wash cloth for five minutes a day and this will settle down. Keep your surgeon in the loop. All the best, "Dr. Joe"
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May 23, 2014
Answer: Charlotte Expert Comments on Short- and Long-Term Recovery Expectations Following Breast Surgery Breast surgery is my speciality. For first-time breast augmentations, in
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May 23, 2014
Answer: Charlotte Expert Comments on Short- and Long-Term Recovery Expectations Following Breast Surgery Breast surgery is my speciality. For first-time breast augmentations, in
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April 21, 2014
Answer: Loss of sensitivity following breast augmentation This is not uncommon following breast augmentation and you are still very early on in your recovery. Many patients experience loss of nipple sensation following breast augmentation but it is usually temporary. Be patient and keep your own plastic surgeon informed about your status.Best of luck,
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April 21, 2014
Answer: Loss of sensitivity following breast augmentation This is not uncommon following breast augmentation and you are still very early on in your recovery. Many patients experience loss of nipple sensation following breast augmentation but it is usually temporary. Be patient and keep your own plastic surgeon informed about your status.Best of luck,
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April 21, 2014
Answer: Permanent loss of sensibility of the nipple is very rare after breast augmentation I'm quite optimistic fit the sensibility to your nipple and areolar complex will return over the next several months. Temporary anesthesia is often seen but permanent anesthesia is quite rare.
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April 21, 2014
Answer: Permanent loss of sensibility of the nipple is very rare after breast augmentation I'm quite optimistic fit the sensibility to your nipple and areolar complex will return over the next several months. Temporary anesthesia is often seen but permanent anesthesia is quite rare.
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