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I am considering breast augmentation and am concerned about losing nipple sensation...

Q:

I am considering breast augmentation and am concerned about losing nipple sensation permanently. How common is this? I have read about women having temporary loss of sensation, but do many lose it forever?

A:

Permanent loss of nipple sensation is rare, but can occur after first time breast augmentation surgery or after revisionary surgery. Women can experience some altered (diminished or hypersensitive) nipple sensation after surgery for a few weeks, but it usually normalizes. Permanent loss of nipple sensation is a rare occurrence. This is a known risk of breast surgery.

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