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Reduction Mammoplasty
Heavy,pendulous breasts are often a source of chronic pain and discomfort for many women. Although women may request reduction mammoplasty to relieve pain and discomfort, many also hope that the procedure will improve their appearance. Breast reduction eliminates the physical and emotional discomforts of oversized breasts and results in a better proportioned body contour. Breast reduction is usually performed once a woman's breasts are fully developed. However, it can be done earlier if the patient is experiencing serious physical discomfort.
New developments in breast reduction surgery include the limited incision techniques, including the LeJour technique and the use of liposculpture for artistic shaping of the breast.
Methods
There are several methods of breast reduction, such as the vertical breast reduction method which result in significantly less scarring than traditional techniques, and which leave a better breast shape.

Why People do it
 Breast reduction is usually performed for enlarged breasts (macromastia), but may also be indicated by:

  • cystic breast infections (polycystic mastitis) back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, breast pain, or headaches
  • loss of sensation in the breasts, arms, or fingers sleeping problems or poor posture resulting from large breasts
  • pigmented bra-strap groove striae (scarlike lines) on the breasts
Info on the side
The dressing is replaced by a soft bra within the first week, and it must be worn for several weeks. Generally, the swelling and discoloration around the incisions subside within a few days. There may be temporary loss of sensation in the breast skin and nipples after surgery. This condition improves with time. Within two weeks of surgery, stitches (sutures) are removed. After surgery, a bulky gauze dressing is wrapped around the breasts and chest. Sometimes a surgical bra is used. Pain is controlled by medication, and usually subsides in a day or two. Most patients stay in the hospital for two days.
 
 
 
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breast reduction or implant procedure

Procedure


The procedure takes approximately 3-5 hours. New breast reduction techniques are now available that offer more limited scars. The choice of technique used depends upon patient age and anatomy.

after breast surgery pain

After Surgery
 What To Expect After Surgery Pain is usually relatively little, often being a degree of discomfort. Some swelling will occur but usually begins to go away by the third or fourth day. Rest as much as possible for the first week. Avoid raising your arms over your head for 2 weeks.

Resumption
 Driving may be resumed in 1 week, non-contact sports in 3 weeks, contact sports in 6 weeks, sexual activity in 2 weeks. Avoid any strenuous exercising or lifting for 3-4 weeks.

Before Surgery
 Avoid taking aspirin, advil, motrin, or other aspirin-containing products for two weeks. If you are a smoker, stop smoking to aid in healing.
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