1 week post Breast Augmentation my left armpit/arm is numb. Is this Normal? Will it go away?

At only 1 week after after breast augmentation patients occasionally have some of these symptoms. When an axillary incision is used for breast augmentation, there can be stretch on the sensory nerves which can take a few weeks to go away. I would discuss these symptoms with your plastic surgeon because your symptoms may or may not relate to your operation.

I occasionally see numbness after breast augmentations and usually it is transient.  There however can be other causes that need to be ruled out.  A visit with your surgeon is very important here to be sure nothing is being missed.  

My question here is which way was the implant inserted? If it was through the armpit, it is normal to have some numbness there that will resolve with time.

Thank you for your question but more information is needed such as approach, implant size,whether you are wrapped and an exam before an accurate answer can be given.  That said most early numb feelings generally resolve with timeDr Corbin

Thank you for your question.  I suggest you see her plastic surgeon for an examination and explanation.  During breast augmentation especially through the transaxillary approach pressure is exerted on the sensory nerves to the arm and arm pit area.  These changes postop are usually transitory but you need an exam and opinion by your plastic surgeon.