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ArizonaMom1973 · 07-20-2008, 12:36 PM

After a few hours in a bra, my nipples feel like they are on fire. They are compressed into the bra and flattened/squashed. They just KILL. I was using some gauze over the nipples up until a few days ago. The combination of lotion, Aquaphor on the incision (peri-areola), and sweat made the gauze stick to the nipples and it hurt to peel it off. I literally have to give the boobs a squeeze to pop out the nipples. I feel like my nipples have been rubbed raw. I can wear certain halter/tank tops braless for a short time frame. But other material rubs teh nipples and it is painful to go braless.

I would greatly welcome any tips of words of advice! Is this a normal part of recovery?

bruney24 · 07-20-2008, 01:26 PM

I definately felt that way around my 2nd and 3rd week. Now at 1 1/2 mths out it's mostly just soreness. I hope it ends soon. It can be a bit annoying.

London34A · 07-20-2008, 03:44 PM

I here you! Mine kill too!

Trailrunner · 07-20-2008, 04:57 PM

Ditto! Like sunburn!

JJ1979 · 07-20-2008, 05:35 PM

Mine are JUST now starting to not feel so brutally sore..I used Lansionh (breast feeding cream) on mine...it really helps.

newboobs32 · 07-20-2008, 06:21 PM

Mine are still super sensitive. That's one reason why I never wear a bra unless I have to (like at work). Can't use the dimmers yet, either, because of the nipple sensitivity. It's getting better, though... they used to KILL me!

oliveskinlover · 07-20-2008, 06:37 PM

This happened to me when mine were about 2 weeks post op and it was awful! It doesn't last for too long though, at least it didn't for me.

With my capsulotomy and crease revision on my lefty, I completely lost all feeling in my nipple. Now, three months out, I'm getting feeling back and it's the same! Kind of like the nipple's on fire and sore. But I know it'll go back to normal now and I'm glad to have feeling again.

This too will pass..... The things we go through!

mama_of_4 · 07-20-2008, 06:47 PM

Is this because of the incision site (aerola) or because of the nerves coming back or something else? does everyone one pretty much go through this during recovery?

oliveskinlover · 07-20-2008, 06:53 PM

I didn't have areolar incisions - I had crease incisions so I don't know if it's related to the incision or not, but I believe it's a nerve issue. Lots of trauma goes on when they put these babies in there! LOL It's pretty normal, and my PS told me that it can sometimes take one year for the feeling to come back when lost. So I'm glad mine's not taking that long to return, even though it's a little uncomfortable.

Mommy2J3 · 07-20-2008, 07:04 PM

This is exactly what I have been feeling and was 1 of the 2 main things I was thinking about when I came on here. Its soo frustrating.. getting really old. I'm only 2 1/2 weeks and i guess niavely thought that this would be gone after a week or so just because they told me recovery is about a week.. they mean for functioning somewhat normally I think... not that you feel great after a week. Sighs. At least we aren't alone.. Thanks for posting this thread.

Edit: although I just noticed you have areolar incisions.. I don't .. I have crease incisions..maybe I'm not suffering as bad as you then. But just an overall deep sore sunburn feeling

beckybee · 07-20-2008, 07:28 PM

Oh...it's completely normal! Your nipples could be burning and tingling for a while. As time progresses, it may come and go, and then they may just be extra sensitive. You may also get "zingers" from time to time as the nerves regenerate. Also the skin on your breasts may feel like it's sunburned also. That was a fun one! And, of course, it is normal to be sore for a good while, especially in the morning.

If you can believe this, my PS said to rub my nipples due to the heightened sensitivity. I could only stand to do it through my clothing. Don't worry! It's all part of the process and will settle down eventually. I say better to have feeling than not have feeling. The patches of numbness I had at first (along with the sensitivity) used to scare me the most. I wasn't allowed to put anything on my incisions but the surgical tape for the first few weeks.

ArizonaMom1973 · 07-20-2008, 11:55 PM

I appreciate everyone's sympathy and know that it's all part of the recovery process. Sometimes I feel like such a big baby and chronic complainer. Glad to know everyone else experiences a similar feeling. Thanks so much for putting up with my whining!

07-20-2008, 12:36 PM	#1
ArizonaMom1973 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Scottsdale, Arizona Posts: 186 Thanks: 61 Thanked 56 Times in 49 Posts	Is this a normal part of recovery? After a few hours in a bra, my nipples feel like they are on fire. They are compressed into the bra and flattened/squashed. They just KILL. I was using some gauze over the nipples up until a few days ago. The combination of lotion, Aquaphor on the incision (peri-areola), and sweat made the gauze stick to the nipples and it hurt to peel it off. I literally have to give the boobs a squeeze to pop out the nipples. I feel like my nipples have been rubbed raw. I can wear certain halter/tank tops braless for a short time frame. But other material rubs teh nipples and it is painful to go braless. I would greatly welcome any tips of words of advice! Is this a normal part of recovery? __________________ ~~ArizonaMom1973~~ BA June 25, 2008 with Dr. Robert Cohen 34AA to 34 baby D Mentor silicone gels under 400cc's 5'8" 128 lbs www.justbreastimplants.com/Cohen/

07-20-2008, 01:26 PM	#2
bruney24 Loving my boobies Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: The South Posts: 356 Thanks: 157 Thanked 224 Times in 107 Posts	I definately felt that way around my 2nd and 3rd week. Now at 1 1/2 mths out it's mostly just soreness. I hope it ends soon. It can be a bit annoying. __________________ [url=http://www.TickerFactory.com/]

07-20-2008, 03:44 PM	#3
London34A Join Date: May 2008 Location: London Posts: 160 Thanks: 214 Thanked 44 Times in 38 Posts	I here you! Mine kill too! __________________ Age: 27 Height: 5'3.5 Weight: 120 pounds (or 8 stone 8 pounds) Ribcage: 27 inches Pre-BA: 34A After BA: 34C CC's: 275cc Diameter: 11cm Silicone Round High profile Textured Overs Inframammary fold (crease under breast)

07-20-2008, 04:57 PM	#4
Trailrunner Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 198 Thanks: 140 Thanked 108 Times in 75 Posts	Ditto! Like sunburn! __________________ 41 Years Young Mom of two daughters & two stepsons all teens! Height 5'9 Weight 135 Pre BA 34 A Post BA [IMG][/IMG] mid to full C Silicone Unders with lift Binelli incision[/size]

07-20-2008, 05:35 PM	#5
JJ1979 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Indiana Posts: 412 Thanks: 123 Thanked 139 Times in 132 Posts	Mine are JUST now starting to not feel so brutally sore..I used Lansionh (breast feeding cream) on mine...it really helps. __________________ Age:28 Weight: 127 lbs. Height: 5'2" RC: 32" Preop: Deflated 36 B BA: 6-27-08 Cohesive Gel Unders Mod+ 600 ccs Hoping for a FULL D or DD!

07-20-2008, 06:21 PM	#6
newboobs32 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Sacramento, California Posts: 287 Thanks: 8 Thanked 90 Times in 74 Posts	Mine are still super sensitive. That's one reason why I never wear a bra unless I have to (like at work). Can't use the dimmers yet, either, because of the nipple sensitivity. It's getting better, though... they used to KILL me! __________________ 300 cc silicone overs... on June 26th! 5'5", 118 lbs, started with an A cup, now 32 D 6 days post-op 23 days post-op, 30E, Le Mystere bra 4.5 weeks post-op www.justbreastimplants.com/Hause/

07-20-2008, 06:37 PM	#7
oliveskinlover I C You! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Bordertown WA Posts: 1,055 Thanks: 439 Thanked 434 Times in 377 Posts	This happened to me when mine were about 2 weeks post op and it was awful! It doesn't last for too long though, at least it didn't for me. With my capsulotomy and crease revision on my lefty, I completely lost all feeling in my nipple. Now, three months out, I'm getting feeling back and it's the same! Kind of like the nipple's on fire and sore. But I know it'll go back to normal now and I'm glad to have feeling again. This too will pass..... The things we go through! __________________ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~* Married for 21 years, 42 y/o, 2 adult daughters 5'4", 140 lbs, 339 cc's left, 280 cc's right Inamed smooth silicone overs Pre-BA: (R) 34B (L) 34A; Post-BA: Full "C" L & R BA: 11/28/07 Crease Rev/CC Repair on Lefty/"Nemo": 3/3/08 Open Capsulotomy for CC on Righty, upcoming

07-20-2008, 06:47 PM	#8
mama_of_4 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Illinois Posts: 102 Thanks: 54 Thanked 34 Times in 30 Posts	Is this because of the incision site (aerola) or because of the nerves coming back or something else? does everyone one pretty much go through this during recovery?

07-20-2008, 06:53 PM	#9
oliveskinlover I C You! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Bordertown WA Posts: 1,055 Thanks: 439 Thanked 434 Times in 377 Posts	I didn't have areolar incisions - I had crease incisions so I don't know if it's related to the incision or not, but I believe it's a nerve issue. Lots of trauma goes on when they put these babies in there! LOL It's pretty normal, and my PS told me that it can sometimes take one year for the feeling to come back when lost. So I'm glad mine's not taking that long to return, even though it's a little uncomfortable. __________________ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~* Married for 21 years, 42 y/o, 2 adult daughters 5'4", 140 lbs, 339 cc's left, 280 cc's right Inamed smooth silicone overs Pre-BA: (R) 34B (L) 34A; Post-BA: Full "C" L & R BA: 11/28/07 Crease Rev/CC Repair on Lefty/"Nemo": 3/3/08 Open Capsulotomy for CC on Righty, upcoming

07-20-2008, 07:04 PM	#10
Mommy2J3 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Arlington, Texas Posts: 119 Thanks: 175 Thanked 39 Times in 35 Posts	This is exactly what I have been feeling and was 1 of the 2 main things I was thinking about when I came on here. Its soo frustrating.. getting really old. I'm only 2 1/2 weeks and i guess niavely thought that this would be gone after a week or so just because they told me recovery is about a week.. they mean for functioning somewhat normally I think... not that you feel great after a week. Sighs. At least we aren't alone.. Thanks for posting this thread. Edit: although I just noticed you have areolar incisions.. I don't .. I have crease incisions..maybe I'm not suffering as bad as you then. But just an overall deep sore sunburn feeling

07-20-2008, 07:28 PM	#11
beckybee Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 320 Thanks: 188 Thanked 161 Times in 111 Posts	Oh...it's completely normal! Your nipples could be burning and tingling for a while. As time progresses, it may come and go, and then they may just be extra sensitive. You may also get "zingers" from time to time as the nerves regenerate. Also the skin on your breasts may feel like it's sunburned also. That was a fun one! And, of course, it is normal to be sore for a good while, especially in the morning. If you can believe this, my PS said to rub my nipples due to the heightened sensitivity. I could only stand to do it through my clothing. Don't worry! It's all part of the process and will settle down eventually. I say better to have feeling than not have feeling. The patches of numbness I had at first (along with the sensitivity) used to scare me the most. I wasn't allowed to put anything on my incisions but the surgical tape for the first few weeks.

07-20-2008, 11:55 PM	#12
ArizonaMom1973 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Scottsdale, Arizona Posts: 186 Thanks: 61 Thanked 56 Times in 49 Posts	I appreciate everyone's sympathy and know that it's all part of the recovery process. Sometimes I feel like such a big baby and chronic complainer. Glad to know everyone else experiences a similar feeling. Thanks so much for putting up with my whining! __________________ ~~ArizonaMom1973~~ BA June 25, 2008 with Dr. Robert Cohen 34AA to 34 baby D Mentor silicone gels under 400cc's 5'8" 128 lbs www.justbreastimplants.com/Cohen/

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