Breast reduction surgery, also known as reduction mammaplasty, is a procedure
used to remove excess fat, tissue and skin from the breasts.
It reduces and reshapes the size of overly large breasts.
WHAT IS THE PROCEDURE ?
1.Procedure is done using general anesthesia.
2.Surgery through incisions
3.Liposuction to remove the excess fat in your breasts
HOW IS THE RECOVERY ?
Patients will likely experience soreness, swelling and bruising for some days. Most patients
return for work in 5 to 7 days. Patients should avoid exercise and other physical activity for at
least three to four weeks.
WHAT ABOUT THE SCARS ?
Scars fade away with time and depends on the size of incision made.
DOES IT AFFECT BREAST FEEDING ?
there is less of a chance of the procedure affecting your breastfeeding ability.
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