Recovering from Breast Reduction (Reduction Mammaplasty)

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When you "awaken" after your Breast Reduction procedure, you will experience some discomfort for a few hours after the anesthesia wears off. Your surgeon will give you medication to relieve any distress. Most women require very little pain medication after the first 24 hours.

It is important to wear your surgical bra (except when showering) for seven to ten days after your procedure. At approximately the fifth postoperative day, your bandages will be removed. Your surgeons may recommend a particular style of bra be worn for the two to three weeks following the wearing of the surgical bra. Generally, you should go braless only on special occasions. Your stitches will be removed in stages during the second week after your procedure.

It takes six- eight weeks after your procedure for your breasts to obtain their final shape. At first, they may be somewhat bruised and swollen; but gradually the swelling will decrease and your supportive bra will help shape the breasts. Additionally, you will receive specific instructions to follow during your recovery including rest and sleeping positions, bathing and showering techniques, and caring for your incision area. The incision areas will heal with pink colored scar tissue that will over the next six to nine months usually lighten and fade. In some instances specific scar therapy may be necessary to achieve optimal healing.

Please note that the loss of elasticity that caused the original sagging of the breast can recur. Occasionally, women lose part of their improvement over variable periods of time. Rarely, a woman will request another procedure to reduce the breasts again; or perhaps request a breast lift to correct undue sagging. The vast majority of women maintain their results and do not require any other procedures.

Most women report that the results from breast reduction are so favorable that concern about scars is minimal. Your breasts may not attain their final shape for up to ten weeks. Be sure to address any questions or concerns to your surgeon immediately. Your health and happiness are the most important considerations any time.

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