Top Ten Questions About Breast Augmentation - Question 4 - Can I Breast Feed After Breast Augmentation? - Dr. Dana MD
Top Ten Questions About Breast Augmentation – Question 4 – Can I Breast Feed After Breast Augmentation?
Can I Breast Feed After Breast Augmentation?
Many women are able to breast feed successfully after breast augmentation surgery. However, nerves, milk ducts, and milk glands can potentially be damaged during implant surgery.
Injured nerves can decrease the feeling in your nipple area. This may reduce your let-down response (when your breasts fill with milk).
Damaged milk ducts and glands can decrease the amount of milk made by your breast. Complications like infection and bleeding can increase this risk.
Using small implants, placing the implant under the muscle, and keeping the incision away from the nipple help to minimize the effect on breast feeding.
