Question About Breast Reduction
Although the surgical incision for Breast Reduction surgery is quite large, it is placed in areas of the breast that are not too sensitive. In addition, due to the fact that the nerves to the breast skin have been stretched out by the weight of the breasts over a long time, the skin is less sensitiv... Read More
Your breasts will be wrapped with gauze bandage, plus a tighter bandage for protection and support. You also may have small drainage tubes coming out of the incisions, to help drain some of the excess fluid. It is important to take the medication prescribed to you by your doctor. Someone will need t... Read More
What is the recovery period like after Breast Reduction surgery? What instructions should I observe?
You will have some pain and nausea after your surgery. Your physician will prescribe the appropriate antibiotics and pain medications. For the first two-to-three days, sleep with your head elevated. Do not sleep on your stomach or sides until cleared by your physician.
Also, do not remove your banda... Read More
Scarring and its potential complications keep many women from getting Breast Reduction surgery. African American women and other women of color may have even greater concerns because of their tendency towards keloid scarring.
With various techniques for breast reductions, there are several possible... Read More
Relief from neck and back strain is immediate for most women. Full healing can take a year or more, and generally it takes several months for your breasts to take on their final shape.
Immediately after surgery, breasts look rather flat and wide. Within several weeks they look like cones or "torpedo... Read More

