Breast Reduction Procedure: (Reduction Mammoplasty)
Why It Is Done Breast reduction surgery or Reduction Mammoplasty procedure is often chosen by women with large, heavy breasts who experience significant discomfort including neck pain, back pain numbness or weakness due to the weight of the breasts. Breast reduction surgery is done to change the size, weight, firmness, and shape of the breasts. You may decide to have breast reduction surgery to:
Feel more comfortable. Large, heavy breasts can cause back and neck pain, skin irritation, and posture problems. The constant pull of heavy breasts may make bra straps leave painful indentations in a woman's shoulders. Breast reduction surgery can eliminate these problems in most cases.
Reduce the limitations that large, heavy breasts place on participation in sports or other activities. Some physical activities may be painful or awkward for women with large breasts.
Alter your appearance. Large breasts, especially when they are out of proportion to your height and weight, can be embarrassing. Teenagers and young women with large breasts may especially feel self-conscious wearing swimsuits and other types of clothing due to unwelcome attention to large breasts. It also may be difficult to find clothes that fit well.
How Well It Works
Women who have breast reduction surgery are often extremely satisfied. It can make the breasts smaller, firmer, lighter, and more evenly proportioned. It usually relieves the physical discomfort and pain caused by large breasts.
Who can go under this surgery?
The best candidates for breast reduction or Reduction Mammoplasty are women who are looking for improvement and realistic in the way they look. If you're physically healthy, 18 years of age or older, not currently pregnant or nursing you may be a good candidate
How much time Breast Reduction or Reduction Mammoplasty surgery takes?
Breast Reduction surgery or Reduction Mammoplasty usually takes about Two to three hours to complete. The length of the procedure varies according to the technique used, the patient’s anatomy, and type of anesthesia used.
What types of anesthesia is necessary for Breast Reduction?
Usually a choice of is local with sedation, but general anesthesia may also be opted for.
Is there much discomfort for Breast Reduction or Reduction Mammoplasty?
Most women have some breast pain for the first few days after surgery and then milder discomfort for a week or longer. Medicine can help relieve the pain. Swelling and bruising may last for several weeks. Wearing a surgical bra 24 hours a day can help reduce swelling and support the breasts while they heal
Temporary Side Effects of Breast Reduction Surgery?
Visible scars on the breasts which typically fade over time.
Loss of feeling in the nipples or breasts. This is often temporary, lasting a few months.
Recovery Period Back to work: You will likely resume your normal work and social activities within a couple of weeks, unless those activities involve heavy lifting or strenuous exercise. You may need to avoid more vigorous exercise and activities for 3 to 4 weeks or more. It's important to wear a bra that supports the breasts well, such as a sports or athletic bra. Swelling and Bruising: up to 3 to 4 weeks Fading of Scars: Scars may fade over time, but they will not disappear.
How Long do Breast Reduction or Reduction Mammoplasty surgeryresults last?
The results of breast reduction surgery or Reduction Mammoplasty are considered permanent. But the breasts may become larger or their shape may change as a result of pregnancy, weight gain, or weight loss.
Duration of Treatment
03 days Hospital Stay
Time gap for final checkup / suture removal: 1 to 2 weeks