Implants

Hi,

I had an implant and was happy though sensation was definitely impaired. I think some did recover a little but I was definitely left with some numb areas  (sadly this is in the past tense as I had a recurrence and am now flat, with less sensation especially under armpit but hope a bit might improve) 

The shape does settle as all the internal bruising that you can’t see, does gradually improve. I know a previous member had a double mastectomy with implants and looked amazing. she is doing great and has confidence in herself. 

Hugs xxx

Yes it took about 3 months for pins and needle sensations to settle and nipple freeze feelings to reduce (even though I have no nipples had had breast reduction in breast size with implants)  following double mastectomy with immediate implants due to finding cancer in both breasts due to mutations not secondary I was informed. Both different type cancers one being triple negative. I had a lot of tightness under bust following mastectomy and struggled with this but eventually it eased off. After some about 6 months it started to feel more comfortable but even now when I wake they are very hard but once I get up and move about they soften up again ( not sure if it’s just me this is happening to as I guess we all will get different experiences). It will get easier over time.

Thanks moomy..sorry to hear of your recurrence..I am awaiting chemo as a precaution as post op showed all margins well clear..I was just looking  for a bit of reassurance before I start that ordeal..your kind words have helped.. x

Thank you..I am only a month in but just to hear there is light at the end of the tunnel is very reassuring..I'm glad your feeling more like yourself..I too feel like I'm carrying a couple of bricks around when I first get up but like you say that eases quickly as I move around..hopefully the sensitive skin will ease soon too..best wishes..x