If you have large breasts that cause neck pain, shoulder pain, or any other health problem, you may want to go for a Breast Reduction Surgery. Men who have Gynecomastia also undergo Breast Reduction Surgery and are satisfied with the results.
Simply put, Breast Reduction is a surgical procedure done to remove excess fat, tissue, and skin from the breasts. It is medically termed as Reduction Mammoplasty, and it helps to achieve a breast size proportionate to your body.
Why is Breast Reduction Surgery Done?
Women who have large breasts that are not proportionate to their body get the surgery done for both aesthetic and medical reasons.
Women get it done to ease their chronic back pain, neck pain, nerve pain, and skin irritation under the breasts. Men get it done to treat gynecomastia (a condition that causes enlarged breasts in men).
Who Cannot Undergo Breast Reduction Surgery?
First, you should know if you are the right candidate for the surgery or not. Reduction Mammoplasty is not recommended to those who smoke, are obese, or have certain health problems such as heart disease or diabetes. Also, Reduction Mammoplasty does not resolve the problem of scars on your breasts.
You can get the surgery done at any age. But you might need a second surgery later in life if your breasts are not yet fully developed.
Are there Risks and Complications Associated with Breast Reduction Surgery?
Every surgical procedure has a few risks and possible complications.
Some of the risks and potential complications associated with breast reduction surgery include:
• Scarring
• Temporary bruising
• Loss of sensation in the nipples
• Difficulty in breastfeeding
• Differences in the shape & size of the surgically altered left and right breasts
What can you expect after the Procedure?
Surgeons usually perform breast reduction surgery under general anesthesia. The procedure might include liposuction to remove excess fat and skin or surgery through incisions.
The surgery usually takes about two to five hours. After the surgery, the surgeon will cover your breasts with bandages or a gauze dressing. You will be prescribed medication for pain and to decrease your risk of infection.
You will be asked to take rest at home for at least one week. For a few days, your breasts will feel tender, and you may also experience some swelling and bruising in breasts which will subside in some time. You will also have to avoid strenuous activities for one month after surgery.
It is normal to feel tired after surgery. But if you experience severe chest pain or shortness of breath, consult your surgeon immediately.
The outcome of breast reduction surgery is generally permanent. But, ageing and fluctuation in weight can change the shape and size of breasts. Maintain a healthy lifestyle and an ideal weight to retain the results.
Article originally published on Themedspa.us
