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After Breast Reduction Surgery Will my Breasts Fall Down? 32 answers

I had breast reduction surgery last year,my husband always say that my breast are falling down to me it's seem the same as i had done opperation is it...
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Excess Flab on Sides After Breast Reduction 30 answers

I had Breast Reduction around five years ago, followed by a lot of complicatons (which were fixed by another doctor). Now, I'm concerned about the...
5 years post-op excess skin flab

Will Pregnacy but Not Breastfeeding Ruin my Breast Reduction Surgery? 30 answers

Results?
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Asymmetrical Breasts Due to Breast Reduction 21 answers

I have breasts that are completely asymmetrical as a result of a breast reduction.  The right nipple is 2cm too high and the shape of both is...

Second Breast Reduction - Will It Make Scar / Sensation Worse? 21 answers

Had a breast reduction 5 years ago. Believe my true cup size was a G cup, and asked to go down to a C cup. Well I ended up with a D cup size and after...
D cup revision scar sensation loss

Breasts are 36J. Can I Have Another Reduction? 18 answers

My Breasts Are Size 36 J I Have Had a Reduction Before 7 Years Ago Can I Have Another Reduction
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How Can I Minimize Scars from Breast Reduction? 17 answers

I just had breast reduction surgery. The scars seem to be settling, and I want to know what to put on them to minimize their appearance.
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Asymmetry After Breast Reduction 17 answers

I had a breat reduction in Nov, 2010 and I ended up getting a bad infection, my scars are very thick, red and sore my doctor said it was normal. My...
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Can Photofacial Help Reduce Breast Reduction Scars? 15 answers

I had a breast reduction done about 4 years ago and am left with scars on my breasts. I've been to a medical spa and they've said a series of photo...
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Breast Reduction Surgery - How Much Pain is There? 15 answers

I Am Having Breast Reduction Surgery in a Couple of Hours. I am worried about the pain after the surgery. How much pain will I experience?
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Non-surgical Revision for Breast Reduction Keloid Scars? 14 answers

I am a 62-year-old black female. I have formed keloids from breast reduction surgery. The keloids are on the surgery site. I do not particularly want...
African American keloid scar

How to Get Rid of Red and Raised Breast Reduction Scars? 14 answers

I had a breast reduction & lift 15 months ago. I am very pleased with the way my breast look now except for the scars. The scars seemed to be...
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Still Too Big After Breast Reduction 13 answers

I had a breast reduction two months ago. I wanted to be a C cup but I am a small D. My surgeon said in six months he can re-operate and take more out....
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Will Insurance Cover Revision for Uneven Breast Reduction Results? 13 answers

I had a Breast reduction done many years ago and have very painful scar tissue as a result of it. My breasts are also 2 VERY different sizes where...
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Is This Wound Separation? 12 answers

I started noticing some yellow on the bottom of my breast incision. I also noticed some redness. I think it may be wound separation. HELP!?
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How Comfortable or Uncomfortable Are the Drains Used for Breast Reduction? 12 answers

What kind of irritation can the drains from breat reduction cause? Are these put in at the time of the surgery, or post-op based on the need from an...
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How Long Before Tissue Necrosis Heals After Breast Reduction? 11 answers

I had a breast reduction done back in december and am pleased with the results other than one of my breasts is still open at the inverse T. It is...
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Hypertrophic Breast Reduction Scarring 11 answers

I had a breast reduction and suffered a pretty significant wound separation. Could this potentially be the reason for hypertropic scars?
hypertrophic scar

Bleeding at Incision Site 11 answers

I had breast reduction surgery 4 weeks ago and have noticed that under one breast I have a crusty spot where the incision comes together,is that...
bleeding incision normal

What Type of Bra Should I Wear After the Wrap is Removed from Having a Breast Reduction? 11 answers

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Is the nipple Sensation always less After Breast Reduction? 11 answers

Are certain techniques going to cause permanent loss and others going to leave a chance that the sensation will return? How much less sensitivity...
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Can Breast Tissue Grow Back After Breast Reduction? 10 answers

Is it possible for breast tissue to grow back after a breast reduction? I had it done a couple of years ago and now my breasts look like they're the...
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Areola and Nipple Have Died - What Happens Now? 10 answers

After a breast reduction and lift, my areola and nipple have died. what should happen now. I go back to my Dr. tomorrow.
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What Can You Do when Your Nipple is Gone After a Breast Reduction 10 answers

I had a breast reduction about a month ago and they skin graft my areolas and nipples and when the dressing was remove from my areolas and nipples I...
African American necrosis nipples options

Breasts Too Large After Reduction 10 answers

I recently underwent a breast reduction surgery and wanted to go from E to B. My surgeon agreed. Now the surgery is about a week ago and my breasts...
090-109 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in E to B cup results

Hematoma After Breast Reduction Surgery 9 answers

Hello, 19 days ago I've done breast reduction and lift (I had a C+ and asked 40% less, which doctor said he did). The problem is that my left breast...
hematoma swelling

What Self Treatment Do You Reccomend for Hematoma After Breast Reduction of 4 Weeks? 9 answers

I had a breast reduction 4 weeks ago, now have developed hematoma, doc said it was nothing to worry about it would calm down by its self, what can i...
at-home hematoma

Large Areola and Asymmetry After breast Reduction, How Can I Make my Breasts Look Better? 9 answers

I got a breast reduction about a year ago, but I'm not happy with the results.. I was wondering if there's anything I could do to reduce my...
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Unhappy with Breast Reduction Results 9 answers

It has been 8 weeks since my BR, and lift with implants. im not sure how much was taken out or what cc implant were put in. im not sure why i dont...
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Pregnant 2 Months After Breast Reduction 9 answers

How much will the pregnancy ruin the results of my breast reduction and lift. I am concerned this will interfere with healing, make my scars wider...
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Am I Silly Considering Reduction of Breasts at 62? Size 36J 9 answers

5ft 9in tall. 13 stone. Back problems. Shoulders indented. Sagging breasts.
170-189 lbs 5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in age 55-64 before j cup sagging

Is my Nipple Dying After Breast Reduction? (photo) 9 answers

I had breast reduction surgery on November 9, 2011. Today is November 19, 2011. My surgery did not include a free nipple graft. I am concerned about...
2 weeks post-op areola necrosis nipples

Breasts Too Large After Reduction? 9 answers

I had breast reduction surgery two weeks ago. They now look lovely and no longer drag on my neck. However I was aghast to find that I'm still...
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Estimated Bra Size After Removing 236 Grams During Breast Reduction? 9 answers

I am a 5 foot 2 inches, 125 pound female that underwent a breast reduction almost 3 wks. ago. I was a 32e bra size previously and wanted a full B/...
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What are My Options After Nipple Loss? 9 answers

I did breast reduction surgery one and half year ago .. but i lost my nipple .. i have scar and the area should be around it has uneven color .. im...
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After Breast Reduction, When Will I Be Able to Purchase the Right Size Bra? 9 answers

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What Breast Reduction Technique Has High Rate of Success for Breastfeeding? 9 answers

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What Incision Pattern is Least Noticeable After a Breast Reduction Surgery? 9 answers

I know there are several incision alternatives and I want the scaring to be as hidden as possible.
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How Often Does Scarring Result After a Tripple D to C Breast Reduction? 9 answers

Does the amount of reduction relate to scaring on the breast at all?
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How Long After Breast Reduction Surgery Are Breasts Swollen? 8 answers

I had a breast reduction two weeks ago. I started at a 32F, and my doctor and I agreed that "around" a small C-cup would be better for my...
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Had a Breast Reduction a Month Ago Now I Have a White String Coming out of an Incision 8 answers

Breast reduction was done on october 15th and now I have a white string coming out of my right breast at the lower incision I pulled because I thought...
incision

I Had my Breast Reduction 5 Days Back, Nipple Partiall Black, Could This Be Necrosis? 8 answers

On the 2nd day post op, the surgeon came to have a look at my breasts and did not observe anything unusual. Yesterday (4th day post op), I went to get...
1 week post-op necrosis nipples

Breasts Too High After Breast Reduction - Will They Settle Lower? 8 answers

I just had a reduction and my breasts are too high up... I know that sounds like an odd thing to say because your that is the point of a reduction but...

While Healing After a Breast Reduction & Lift, Can I Sleep Without a Surgical Bra? 8 answers

Can I go a few hours a day without a surgical or sports bra?
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Bathing 6 Weeks After Breast Reduction 8 answers

I Am 6 Weeks Post Breast Reduction,and Incisions Are Without Scabs Etc,is It Safe to Bathe?
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Is Breast Reduction Reasonable for a Teenage Girl Since There is a Possibility of Further Breast Growth? 8 answers

What is the recommended age for teenage girls? Would it be traumatic for a 15-year old? Would breast tissue still grow for a few more years?
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Play Sports And Was Wondering If Having A Second Breast Reduction Is An Option. 8 answers

Hello, 14 months ago I underwent a breast reduction and went from a double DD in my right breast and DDD in my left breast down to a full C small D in...
1 year post-op C to B cup candidate DD to C cup revision

If my daughter is still growing, would be breast reduction be needed again later? 8 answers

What is the average rate of growth after breast reduction surgery on teenagers? Does the amount of time that my daughter has been menstrating help...
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Is the Treadmill 3 Weeks After Breast Reduction too Soon? 8 answers

I am a very active 64 year old (runner, golfer, downhill skier, gym enthusiast). I have been walking the golf course with my husband and riding the...
3 weeks post-op age 55-64 exercise running

Is Breast Augmentation After Reduction Common? 8 answers

I had a breast reduction surgery 2 weeks ago and my breasts look really small from the front. I didnt want to go too small but im afraid i already did...
2 weeks post-op implant normal too small

Why are the Drains Needing to be Kept in for a Week After Breast Reduction? 8 answers

Why so long? There is hardly any draining after the 4th day and they cause me more pain and irritation then the stitches.
1 week post-op drains

Stitches Did Not Dissolve After Breast Reduction? 7 answers

I had a Breast reduction May 19, 2009 and my doctor told me that he used dissolvable stitches. I assumed that by now being almost 8 weeks out that the...
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How Long Before Skin Completely Heals After Breast Reduction? 7 answers

I had a Breast reduction. I was a DDD and I am now C and I am very happy with the results thus far. I only had the surgery a week ago and was...
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Hard Mass After Breast Reduction 7 answers

Hi I had breast reduction surgery on December 13th. I had a lot of bleeding and a huge mass in my left breast. The nurse called the Dr. He said it was...
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Skin Peeling After Breast Reduction 7 answers

I had a breast reduction two weeks ago. Incisions are almost healed over and bruising is minimal. However I am having quite a bit of skin peeling...
areola peeling

Are Large Blisters and Bleeding After a Breast Reduction Normal? 7 answers

I am 22 years old and had a breast reduction 3 1/2 weeks ago. After one week, the my PS noticed blisters forming on one side where the tape was,...
age 18-24 bleeding blister normal

Nipples Too High After Breast Reduction 7 answers

I had a breast reduction 2 months ago and my nipples are way too high, placed somewhere between 19 and 15cm. I know it's still too early for the final...
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2 Months Post-Reduction. Still Larger Than Expected. 7 answers

I had my reduction just over 2 months ago. I was a full 32DD now am a 32D. Although I know my surgeon couldn't guarantee my a certain size we...
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Normal to Have Excessive Tightness of Breast After Breast Reduction? 7 answers

I had a breast reduction 5 days ago. I went from a DD to a small c. I know I have some swelling but I am a little concerned. From the nipple to under...
DD cup normal tightness

Returning Natural Color of Skin from Breast Reduction? 7 answers

I had a breast reduction over 1 year ago I used the moisterized as instructed by mt doctor for 4 months. I did go back to smoking and about 20% of my...
discoloration scar

Nipple Healing After Surgery: White Scab 7 answers

I had a breast reduction and then had implants put into both breasts to deal with asymetry. im happy overall but im noticing that the breast where the...
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Chest Tightness and Pain 2 Weeks Post-op 7 answers

Even wearing a top makes my skin feel uncomfortable. I also have shooting pin like pains at times and my breasts are still very swollen. I have been...
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Breast Reduction in 2007 and They Have Grown Back. Why? 7 answers

I use to be a 34 c then gave birth and breast feed my breast got so huge and after breast feeding they just got bigger, had reduction in 2007 and 2010...
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Corrective Surgery for Unhappy Breast Reduction - Will I Have to Pay? 7 answers

I had breast reduction surgery a few months ago & I am very unhappy with the results. I have a lot left over in my bra-line area, & I can not...
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Too Small After Breast Reduction 7 answers

I had a breast reduction almost 8 wks ago and I am not happy with the size my breasts have turned out to be. They are just so much smaller then what I...
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Are Abnormal Mammogram Results Common for Women Who Have Undergone Breast Reductions? 7 answers

I underwent my breast reduction in July 2010 and I had my first post op mammogram last week (I informed the Tech of my BR). Unfortunately, I was...
1 year post-op abnormal mammogram

How Soon Can I Swim After a Breast Reduction/lift? 7 answers

swimming timing

Breast Reduction Uneven 7 answers

I had a breast reduction a week ago. My right breast is currently sitting much higher than the other and is harder. I am really worried that this...
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45 Lb Weight Loss After Breast Reduction, And They've Deflated. What Can I Do To Improve Appearance? (photo) 7 answers

I had a BR when I was 17 from 36E to 36D. I was 180 pounds & 5'6 when I had the surgery. 6 years later I've lost 45 pounds and have...
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How Can I Speed Up the Healing of an Open Spot After Breast Reduction? 7 answers

I'm 5 weeks post surgery and I have a small open spot on the incision line on my right breast. The area always has a litte bright red bleed....
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What are the Risks in Having a Second Breast Reduction? 7 answers

I'm from UK. First Breast reduction (in 2000) used the Superior Pedicle technique according to the surgeon. I would appreciate any advice or tips....
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Large Dark/almost Black Area After Breast Reduction? 7 answers

I had BR on 7/1/11. I am a little over two weeks post-op. I went from extremely large breasts to a large C/small D cup. I had some blistering under...
2 weeks post-op areola black blister

Breast Regrowth After Reduction with No Possible Explanation 7 answers

I had breast reduction surgery (liposuction from the underside of my breasts) at 19 years old. I was 140 lbs and 5'8". I am now 22, 135 lbs,...
130-149 lbs 5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in age 18-24 DD cup growing

Breast Reduction Went Wrong: Will Insurance Cover a Revision? 7 answers

I tried to have a breast reduction 14 years ago but the doctor did one side and let a resident do the other. It was a disaster and after two more...
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Hematoma After Breast Reduction 7 answers

I am 2 months PO. Starting a few days PO I could hear sloshing in one breast, no bruising, the dr said it was fluid and it would be absorbed. Over...
2 months post-op hematoma

Breast Reduction Didn't Reduce Breasts - Possible to Have Revision? 7 answers

I am 5', 105 pounds, 32DD. I underwent breast reduction via inferior pedicle 6months ago. Surgeon only removed 95g, thus I am the same size except...
090-109 lbs 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in DD cup

Scars Splitting After Breast Reduction Surgery, What Can I Do to Speed Up Closing/Healing Process? 7 answers

Had my 5-week update with surgeon. Both my breasts have split along vertical scar that runs from below breast to nipple. Surgeon said 50% of surgeries...
healing incision

Will I Get the Sensation Back in my Right Nipple? 7 answers

I had a breast reduction on 8/25. Both breasts have some swelling and bruising. The left nipple has sensation but the right nipple does not. It is...
1 week post-op nipple sensation timing

After Breast Reduction 7 answers

I had a reduction done over a year ago and I recently have been having sharp pains as if the breast tissue is riping. Should this be happening or is...
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Breasts Still Seem Large 1 Month Post-Op Breast Reduction, Could They Still Go Down In Size? 7 answers

I had a breast reduction a month ago and the doctor removed 800gms from each breast.  I am back to wearing normal bras. However still size D. I...
1 month post-op DDD to D cup

Why Would a Doctor Take out More Than Originally Stated in a Breast Reduction? 7 answers

Is it unreasonable for a doctor to take out over 1100 grams of breast tissue in each breast leaving me an A and a B. He told me I would be a large B...

Regrowth After Breast Reduction. Am I a Candidate for a Revision? 7 answers

Hello. I had a breast reduction in December 2010 (T Incision). I went from a DD to B. I am 19,107 lbs, 5' 2".I study dance in school and...
11 months post-op candidate DD to B cup regrowth revision

Should I Have a Second Breast Reduction Surgery? 7 answers

I'm 19 and I just had a breast reduction surgey only 7 months ago,3 months ago I started to notice that my new bras weren't fitting right,and...
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What Activities Are Restricted After Breast Reduction Surgery? 7 answers

Isn't it good to have some mobility after breast reduction surgery, or any surgery? What would be a good routine to start during the second week...
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What Are the Positive Aspects of Having Breast Reduction Surgery and Back Lipo Together? 7 answers

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What Technique is Needed for Breast Reduction if a Mother Intends to Breast Feed Later? 7 answers

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Signs of Infection After Breast Reduction? 6 answers

I am experiencing a tender to the touch, red, warm area on my left breast. This breast was really swollen and extremely bruised right after surgery...
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Infection After Breast Reduction? 6 answers

I had breast reduction surgery 6 months ago and everything went great. I am very pleased with the outcome and the healing went well. However, two...
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Smelly Yellow Discharge 4 Weeks Post-Breast Reduction 6 answers

Hello Doctor says this is normal, just excess tissue leaving through the incision. He said the incision is called a deer claw incision and this is...
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Fat Necrosis 18 Months After Breast Reduction. Will Anything Other Than Surgery Help? 6 answers

The fat necrosis has caused my nipple to pull inward. Also, my nipple is often itchy. Is there any way other than surgery to sort this out?...
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Keloids and Hypertrophic Scarring from Breast Reduction 6 answers

I had breast reduction surgery seven months ago, and I have hypertrophic scarring and keloids. I have had two sessions of injections with steroids,...

Breast Reduction - Oozing Hole? 6 answers

Had a breast reduction in the spring. Had a small hole open along the scar, blood/pus etc. Kept it clean and it healed. Breast started to hurt/itch...
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What Are the Additional Complications of a Hematoma After Breast Reduction? 6 answers

I had a breast reduction surgery completed 3 days ago (on a Thursday, today is Saturday). I had a post-op appointment on Friday where the surgeon...
complication hematoma

Breast Reduction - 4 Weeks Post-op and Swelling is Increasing 6 answers

I had a breast reduction almost four weeks ago now. I am having a lot of swelling. Instead of the swelling going down, it is increasing. The right...
swelling

Correcting Breast Reduction Results? 6 answers

I had Breast reduction 4 months ago. My surgeon says that my breasts are sagging and that as a result my nipples are going to appear too high. He...
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Breasts Grew Back After Reduction Surgery 6 answers

I had a lollipop breast reduction app 6 yrs ago. which i was pleased.Size DD to full C. That same year i had gain weight rapidly and my breast grew...
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Breast Reduction Scar Removal 6 answers

I am a 19 year old female. I had a breast reduction in October of 2009. After surgery, I was pleased to see how much perkier and smaller my breasts...
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10 Days Post Op After Breast Reduction and I Have No Sensation in One Nipple 6 answers

I know it is rare but possible to loose nipple sensation after breast reduction without free nipple graft but I still feel numb on one side. Is this...
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Nipple Numbness After Breast Reduction 6 answers

I had a breast reduction a few days ago and I went back to the dr for a check up and he rubbed my L nipple and asked if I could feel and I said no....
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30D to 30B - How Many Grams Removed? 6 answers

I'm 26, 5'4, 110, and wore a 30D bra. I sought a reduction to a 30B at most to fix constant discomfort and weight that interfered with all...
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Is my Right Nipple Ok? 2 Days After Breast Reduction? (PHOTO) 6 answers

I know it's probably too early to be concerned but I'm worried about my right nipple. The left one seems to be healing fine but my right...
2 days post-op healing normal

Sensory Loss Following Reduction Mammoplasty 6 answers

I had a breast reduction mammoplasty since 3 years ,following the surgery i lost sensation of touch in the nipple and areola, but i fell pressure and...
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What Happened? 1 Year After Breast Reduction and They've Grown Back. 6 answers

I had a breast reduction 1 year ago: DD to a C. I'm not a FULL D! How did this happen? I had no major weight gain at all. After surgery we had...
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Can I Have Kids After Breast Reduction? 6 answers

Can I have kids after breast reduction?
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What Massage Techniques Are Useful After Having Breast Reduction Surgery? 6 answers

How soon after breast reduction surgery would massage for the breasts be ok? Does this help with boold-flow and the overall healing?
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Will Massage After Reduction Change The Bad Shape I Have 2 Months Post Op? (photo) 6 answers

After a bad reduction, they have come out much to square and no projection and it is impossible to get them into a proper bra as what tissue is left...
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Weight The Same After Reduction, Shouldn't It Be Lower? When Does Swelling Subside? 6 answers

Had breast reduction surgery on Sept 27. Weight went up after surgery and now is back to pre-surgery level. But since I had several pounds of breast...
1 week post-op duration swelling weight

During my Breast Reduction Surgeon Had Difficult Time Due To Fibercystic Breast, Should I Be Concerned? 6 answers

After my breast reduction my doctor said he had a difficult time because my fibercystic breast were like cement. He said it to pathology as he does...
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Breast Still too Large After Breast Reduction, What are my Options?? 6 answers

I posted before, but I have added some images, this time. I had a breast reduction about 4 months ago. prior to surgery i was a 32DDD Now I'm a 32...
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Post Breast Reduction: Not Happy with Size, What Are my Options? 6 answers

Hi i am 29 and had a breast reduction 2 years ago. I was only reduced by one size and I am a size D (not much of a reduction for someone who is 135lb....
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What Are the Potential Risks if Too Much Tissue Has Been Removed from Breast Reduction? 6 answers

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Was Told there was a Risk of Losing my Nipples if I Had Second Breast Reduction, is this Likely? 6 answers

I had this surgery 30 years ago and do not have any of the medical records or even remember the surgeon's name. I am considering this surgery...
areola nipples revision

Nipple Sensation After Breast Reduction 6 answers

Hi! I had a breast reduction a year and a half ago (June 2010). I went from a size DD to a size C. Since the operation, I have not regained sensation...
18 months post-op DD to C cup nipple sensation

How Soon After Breast Reduction Can I Do Downhill Skiing? 6 answers

I had breast reduction surgery 2 weeks ago. I am doing well, no pain, no issue. My surgical tape is still in place. I have walked at a 4mph pace,...
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I Am 10 Days Post Op for Breast Reduction, And 1 Breast Is Painful, Should I Worry? 6 answers

Over all I feel like I am wearing a metal bra(madonna circa 1995.My right breast has no real pain at all but the left one hurts.I have limited my RX...
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Waiting to Get Pregnant After Breast Reduction Surgery? 5 answers

How long should I wait to get pregnant after breast reduction surgery?
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How Long After Major Breast Reduction Until I See my New Size Breasts? 5 answers

I had a breast reduction 4 weeks and took 900cc out of one breast and 870cc out of another. I was a 40G and was hoping to be a small C. (My doctor and...
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How Long After a Breast Reduction and Lift Before I Can Run Without Hurting the Result? 5 answers

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Is It Possible to Split Internal Stitches in the Breast After Reduction Surgery? 5 answers

I am 33, 5'10 and had 900cc from EACH breast removed exactly one week ago. I wear a very light bra with some support per my MD's directions....
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Revision for Free Nipple Graft / Areola Pulling Away? 5 answers

3 years ago I had a significant reduction( L to a D) with a FNGraft. Since then the breasts have become larger and the dark areola is pulling away...
African American areola graft nipples revision

Scar Treatment for Fair Colored African American? 5 answers

What can I do to improve the scars? I am a fair colored African American. I don't believe they are keloids, but are dark brown, raised and wide.
African American scar

Breast Reduction 3 Weeks Post-op - Fluid-Filled Blister on Nipple/Areola 5 answers

I had three weeks ago a breast reduction and i did everything what the doctor told me.Rest.a week ago my aerola and nipple had a big blister filled...
3 weeks post-op areola blister fluid nipples

How Long After a Brest Reduction Should I Wait to Get Pregnant? 5 answers

My breast reduction was 2/10/11. I didn't think i wanted to have kids so soon but for some reason i want kids now well i wanted TTC in novemeber...
pregnancy wait

What To Do About Dimpling Around Areola After Reduction? 5 answers

I had a reduction 12 days ago, from a H down to a D cup (1.1kg removed). I have been almost pain free and the results are fantastic. I am worried...
2 weeks post-op areola dimple options

Breast Reduction Was a Disaster. Can I Demand That the Surgeon Waive All Fees for Revision? 5 answers

I only went down 1 cup size from 36 DD & had several complications. My surgeon agreed to waive his personal fee for a revision, but I still have...
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I Had a Breast Reduction W/lift but I'm Larger Now..... 5 answers

I recently had a breast reduction w/lift. The PS used a small implant (175cc) but now my breast are larger then before the surgery- Bras PRIOR to...
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Underwire Bra After Breast Reduction.....How Long Should I Wait? 5 answers

Underwire Bra After Breast Reduction.....How Long Should I Wait?
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Breast Reduction Concerns. 5 answers

I had breast reduction surgery about two weeks ago, they took out about 840 and 880 from left and right. I plan to go back to work in 4 days. My...
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12 Months SP Reduction with too Much Taken: Nipples Too High, Can I Safely Have an Augmentation? 5 answers

1 year post-op high nipples results safety

After A Breast Reduction, Will Weight Gain Come Back To Breasts? 5 answers

I had a breast reduction when i was 16 years old im now 21 and gained 35lbs since then all of which not in my breast. is it true that after you have...
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What Are Some Post-breast Reduction Exercises That Should Be Done? 5 answers

What do specific exercizes help prevent or improve after breast reduction?
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Did I Have My Breast Reduction Too Soon? They've Grown Back. What Are My Revision Options? 5 answers

Hello, In June 2010 I underwent a Breast Reduction at 19 years old. I'm 5ft 8 and very active with not much body fat. I went from a size DD down...
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Can You Breast Feed if You Have Had a Breast Reduction? 5 answers

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Are Benign Lumps Typical After a Breast Reduction/lift? 5 answers

In September, 4 mos after a breast reduction/lift in May, I felt a hard quarter sized lump, in the bottom left side of my left breast. It is...
4 months post-op lumps normal

What is the Impact on Recovery (If Any), Sutures, Scar Tissue and Healing if Too Active Following BR? 5 answers

I am a 41yr old female who had BR surgery 1 month ago. No complications, healthy & average BMI. Due to a miscommunication, I was back at work the...
1 month post-op activity damage risk

Can I Get Breast Liposuction if I've Already Had Breast Reduction Surgery? 5 answers

Hi. I had a breast reduction surgery about 4 months ago. prior to surgery i was a 32DDD. Now I'm a 32 full D almost a DD. i asked to be a B/C. I...
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Breast Reduction and Lift 6 Month Ago and Shortly After I Developed a Small Lump and Pain, What Could this Be? 5 answers

I had breast reduction and lift 6 month ago and shortly after i developed a small lump and stabbing pain and after a xray of my breast the doctors...
6 months post-op lumps pain

Recommendation for Breast Reduction Healing Aids 5 answers

What medication should I after a breast reduction? Some companies offer scar reduction and healing sheets, do these really work? How many weeks should...
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Bad Breast Reduction Scars - Cosmetic Tattoo Cover-up? 4 answers

I had a breast reduction in 2008 that left me with thick dark scars. I went back to have a scar revision in 2009, but the scars are still bad. I'm...
African American bad scar tattoo

Breast Reduction - Signs of Nipple Necrosis? 4 answers

I just had a Breast reduction 5 days ago. I went for 3 day check up and dr said everything looked normal but Im still scared bc I didnt see them until...
bleeding bruising necrosis nipples numb

Best Treatment for Necrotic Areolas, Nipples and Attached Scar? 4 answers

6 wks ago full breast reduct. w/ liposuc of 500cc+ each side and had hematoma on right breast 9 hrs later fixed w/ suction of area, drain cleaned;...
areola necrosis nipples scar treatment

Hypersensitive Nipples Years After Breast Reduction? 4 answers

I had a breast reduction and lift Sept 2002 and my nipples are embarrassingly hypersensitive and a padded bra does not really help. What can I do? It...
breast size breasts nipples

Breast Reduction and Lift. One Breast is More Bruised and Swollen Than The Other. 4 answers

I'm hoping a little information will ease my mind. I had breast reduction/lift on my left breast and just a lift on my right 5 days ago. The right...
1 week post-op blister bruising

Internal Abscess After Breast Reduction? 4 answers

I had breast reduction surgery about a month ago. 2 days ago, I started to experience large amounts of puss coming from the bottom of my breast and...
abscess

3 Months Post Breast Reduction Belly Extended All of a Sudden- Why? 4 answers

3 Months AFTER Breast Reduction Belly Extended All of a Sudden Look 9 Mo Pregnant
3 months post-op causes distention

Breast Reduction Infection 4 answers

I had breast reduction surgery 3 weeks ago and about a week ago I noticed a lot of green puss coming from under my tape, I was in no pain but called...
infection

Issues with Dissolvable Stitches 4 answers

I had breast reduction surgery 13 years ago. For 2 years after surgery, I had several sites where the dissolvable stitches came to the surface of the...
autoimmune disease dissolve fibromyalgia stitches

Want to Stay in a Bra, Stop Checking to Make Sure Nipples Aren't out of Shirt 4 answers

I had breast reduction surgery 5 years ago. Can my nipples be placed again? My nipples come out of every single bra and shirt, even full coverage bras...
nipples

Breast Reduction Post Op Wound Dehiscence - What Can I Do? 4 answers

I am so scared.I had a breast reduct. 1 week ago.I was a 34F & asked to be a small D.The surgeon did a superior medial technique.I have a lollipop...
1 week post-op fluid open options wound

Had Wound Separation After Breast Reduction and Healing Very Slow with Infection, What Should I Do? 4 answers

Im using a method called wet to dry with saline wash that was recommended by my doctor but I feel I'm healing slowly.Is there any other way to get...
healing infection normal

I Was a DDD Cup Before Surgery, I Was Promised C Cup, Four Months Later Still DD. What Now? 4 answers

I was a DDD before breast reduction, after making measurements my surgeon told me that he could give me C cups. I agreed to surgery. Now four months...
DDD cup

Breast Reduction + Implants and Capsular Contracture - What Should I Do? 4 answers

Had breast reduction w/silicone impl same time ~ 1yr ago,D to B. Wanted breast that look full& my surgeon said can't achieve with reduct....
250-299cc B cup breasts capsular contracture D cup female silicone implant

Post Breast Reduction - Nipple Height 4 answers

Okay so I had a reduction on dec.29.2010. It was only on my right breast to correct the asymmetry I had. my right was a 32ddd while my left is a 32c-d...
DDD cup height nipples

Pruritus of Breast Skin After Breast Reduction 4 answers

What can I do about pruritis of breast skin 1 week after surgical breast reduction?
irritation pruritis

How Long After Breast Reduction Will I Need off from my Waitressing Job? 4 answers

I've been trying to figure this out, but I'm hearing everything from 2 weeks to 6-8 weeks or more! I can switch to hosting (for quite a pay...
recovery timing

How Long Do Patients Sleep in the Recovery Bra After a Breast Reduction? 4 answers

How uncomfortable is it have a compression bra on 24/7?
bra breasts compression garment discomfort duration feel healing recovery reduction

Hard Plastic Material Coming out of a Wound Two Months After Breast Reduction? 4 answers

I had a breast reduction two months ago and the blood supply was cut off leaving me in terrible pain and an horrific open wound that I have been...
hard thread

Will Uneven Areolas After Breast Reduction Eventually Even Out? 4 answers

My left areola is significantly smaller than the right and is quite uneven (the distance from my nipple to the top is smaller than from the nipple to...
3 weeks post-op areola final result uneven

Is This Swelling After Breast Reduction Normal? (photo) 4 answers

I am 6 weeks post op and significantly more bigger one one side - is this normal and will it go down over time?
6 weeks post-op normal swelling uneven

Unhappy After Surgery on Both Breasts, One Reduction and One Implant 4 answers

2 wks ago i had surgery to fix my breasts. one breast was considerably larger than the other. i used to hav to pad out a bra wit 4 "chicken...
asymmetry

Skin on Side of Breasts Extremely Itchy 3 Weeks Post-Op Breast Reduction, Any Suggested Cream to Use? 4 answers

I am three weeks past my surgery and the itching/burning skin is the most uncomfortable condition right now.
3 weeks post-op itchy

Having Pain As Well As White Stringy Substance Coming From Drains 1 Week Post Op. What To Do? 4 answers

The place where my drains are placed hurt really bad. Also I have white string like stuff coming out into the bulbs, is this normal? The pain...
1 week post-op options pain white

Would A Breast Hematoma Post BR Permanently Affect The Final Result And Shape? 4 answers

Six weeks ago had a breast reduction with a lift as soon as I work up in recovery I new there was something wrong with the right one when my bandages...
6 weeks post-op hematoma options permanent shape

Hyperpigmentation After Breast Reduction 4 answers

I had breast reduction surgery a year year and a half ago and since then have had dark patches of skin around the scars... i am very self conscious...
1 year post-op hyperpigmentation scar

Shooting Pains Inside Breast (Into Nipple Area) over 2 Months After Breast Reduction- Why? 4 answers

Breast reduction. afer 2 months, shooting pains in nipple
2 months post-op causes pain worried

Had a Breast Reduction and Theyre Still Uneven? 4 answers

At the end of August I had a breast reduction on one breast because they were a couple cup sizes difference. Its almost January now and they are still...
uneven

2 Weeks After Breast Reduction Was Called About Abnormal Pathology Results, What Could This Be? 4 answers

I had breast reduction 2 weeks ago and received a call from my primary care office(who have called before weith mis-information) and asked if I made...
2 weeks post-op tissue

When Should I Consult a Physician Regarding Pain After a Breast Reduction? 4 answers

I know it is normal to have some pain after breast reduction surgery and I shouldn't be surprised it hurts to cough or sneeze. How much pain is a...
amount doctor exam feel pain

4 Weeks Out, Struggling to Lose Weight After Breast Reduction Surgery? 4 answers

I had breast reduction surgery 4 weeks ago, from 38DDD+ to 38C. I've done Weight Watchers since 2 months before surgery, and am continuing. I...
1 month post-op normal weight loss

Nipples Sore One Year After Breast Reduction Surgery, What can I Do? 4 answers

I had a breast reduction a year ago. I'm African American so I got keloids around my nipples and under my breast as well. The keloids hurt from...
1 year post-op nipple sensation sore

Have 5 & 1/2 Cm Fluid Pocket to Breast Following Reduction 6 Wks Ago. is Treatment Needed? 4 answers

Am 6 to 8 weeks post op. from breast reduction. Had abdominal ultrasound & it showed portion of left breast & revealed nodule. Had ultasound...
2 months post-op causes fluid nodule pocket

After Breast Reduction Surgery Been Having a Crawling Like Feeling in Breast What is This? 4 answers

Had a reduction about 2 weeks ago. Was taking Vicodan for pain but took self off was making me very sick. But breast feel like there is something...
2 weeks post-op causes itchy pain

How Long Will Normal Activities Cause Me Pain After a Breast Reduction? 4 answers

Will there be any loss of sensitivity around the breast after a reduction? Could this last for months?
activity duration normal pain recovery sensation loss

How Can I Improve Hyperpigmentation After a Breast Reduction? 3 answers

I had a breast reduction in 2007 at 19 y/o. Surgery went well and I have not had any problems; I have dark scars from the incisions. The surgeon made...
surgery scar

Best Post Breast Reduction Bras 3 answers

I had breast reduction surgery 1 week ago and am very pleased with the results. I went shopping for my 1st post-op bra and they measured me at a...
breasts DDD cup E cup

Normal Bruising or Hematoma 5 Days Post Op Breast Reduction 3 answers

I have just noticed what appears to be a bruise underlining the incision under my breast. There is also some bruising on the top of the incision, It...
bruising hematoma normal

Flat Chested After Breast Reduction - Boxy Shaped and Small 3 answers

I had a BR 9days ago. From what I've read, most patients complain that their breasts still seem large. But my issue is the opposite; I feel...
flat chest small

Recurring Bruises After Breast Reduction 3 answers

I Had a Breast Reduction Three Weeks Ago and Almost All Bruising Went Away, Now Im Getting New Ones!! What is Happening? I havent injured myself,...
bruising

Change in Scar After Breast Reduction Surgery 3 answers

I had a breast reduction almost 10 years ago, and just recently have noticed that the vertical scar on the breast is changing. It looks like its...
breasts scar

Retaining Large Amounts of Fluid After Breast Reduction 3 answers

I had a breast reduction but I am retaining around 50 lbs of water. Any suggestions? The surgeon has drained the breasts and stomach area 3 times...

How Long to Wait For Revision Reduction? (photo) 3 answers

How long should I wait after Breast Reduction disaster before I seek correction of shape and size. Mine are very small very square and have a lump of...
2 months post-op extra skin revision timing unsatisfied

I Am Noticing a Nasty Odor Around the Nipple Graft Area, Could It Be Infected? 3 answers

I had a breast reduction one and a half weeks ago. Although I shower daily and change the dressings, I am noticing an odor from the nipple graft area....
2 weeks post-op infection nipples odor

Bumpy Discolored Areolas After Breast Reduction, What To Do? (photo) 3 answers

I had a breast reduction just about a month ago now and I'm concerned about my areolas. They are bumpy where the stitches were and on one after...
1 month post-op areola bumpy final result options scab

2 Months Post-Op Breast Reduction, Desired K Cup - C Cup, Ended with an A Cup, How Can this be Fixed? 3 answers

I had a reduction 7 weeks ago and am unhappy with results I requested a C cup reduction as I was a K cup, results are a A cup with square breasts and...
A cup k cup overcorrection too small

Looks Like Wings Under My Arms At Drain Sites Post-Breast Reduction, Is This Permanent? 3 answers

One week post op and I love the size but look like I have wings under my arms and points where the drains were. Will this go way in time?
drains excess skin permanent

How Do I Ease the Pressure in my Chest After a Breast Reduction? 3 answers

I had a breast reduction on wednesday October 5, 2011. today is the second day post-op and i have massive pressure in my chest and it is very...
3 days post-op pressure

Still in Pain After Seromas Were drained, Do I Have Other Options? 3 answers

I developed post surgical seromas in bilateral breasts about 2 weeks post reduction. I did have them drained about 15ml removed. I saw my plastic...
alternative drainage options pain seroma

One of my Nipples Has Turned Completely Black After Breast Reduction, What Should I Do? (Photos) 2 answers

I underwent surgery 15 days ago. I went from a 36H to a 36D after a week or so my right nipple started to bleeding and turned black. My plastic...
2 weeks post-op necrosis nipples

Why Do I Have Pain in My Nipples Years After My Breast Reduction? 2 answers

During the mid 1990s I had a breast reduction because my breasts were so large. I am very happy with my reduction except for the fact that at...
nipples pain

Tinea Versicolor - Breast Reduction 2 answers

Just curious to know if having tinea versicolor on my breast will effect healing after breast reduction.
healing infection tinea versicolor yeast

What Are the Chances That my Breast Will Grown After Surgery? 2 answers

I am 20yrs old have always had large breasts. I recently had my daughter 7 months ago, and my breasts are just continually growing. I have always...
after pregnancy age 18-24 G cup growth

Possible to Get Perky Breasts After Reduction and then Regrowth? 2 answers

I had a breast reduction approx 6 years ago. I had put on weight quite quickly after the operation. And my breast grew back but the odd thing was that...
perky weight gain

Bleeding/Oozing Two Weeks After Breast Reduction, Normal? 2 answers

I am two weeks post op, and my right breast is bleeding around the nipple area. after my surgery i never had drains inserted and everything was fine...
2 weeks post-op bleeding oozing

Breast Reduction - Pain After 4 Weeks? 2 answers

I am about 4 weeks post-op and I am so happy with the results aesthetically, I wish I'd had the courage to do this 20 years ago!! One question: my...
1 month post-op pain

Quit Exercising due to Edema after Breast Reduction? 2 answers

3 months post op breast reduction cont to have edema especially under arms?Breast are becoming more shaped and natural, but edema has increased in...
edema exercise

Did I Damage my Results from Combined Breast Reduction / Brazilian Butt Lift? 2 answers

I Had a Breast Reduction Surgery 9 Days Ago and the Stitches Feels Very Tight. I also had a brazilian butt lift using fat from my back area. My lower...
damage results

If You Have Undergone a Breast Reduction in the Past Can It Be Re-done? 2 answers

I underwent a reduction in 2004 and since then have gained some weight. My breasts are fuller with a little drooping. Can a person undergo a repeat...
8 years post-op revision

Breast Reduction 2 Years Ago and One Breast is Noticeably Larger Than the Other. What Do I Do? 2 answers

I had breast reduction surgery two years ago and one breast is larger than the other. The surgeon told me to give it time to see what happens. It...
asymmetry keloid scar uneven

Is It Normal To Have Warm Area on Breast After Reduction? 2 answers

Im 4weeks post op had a wound separation 2nd week after surgery along with infection my surgeon put me on antibiotics(keflex) but one side of my...
1 month post-op hot normal

Lots of Small Wounds All Around Areola After Reduction. Will These Small Wounds Heal? 2 answers

Two months ago I had the areola of my left breast reduced. A lot of scab has formed all around the areola and the scars are still red. My underwear...
2 months post-op areola reduction wound

Is It Normal to Have Neck and Shoulder Tenderness 6 Months Post-Op Breast Reduction? 2 answers

6 months post-op neck pain shoulder pain tender

Allergic Reaction to Medical Tape After Areola Reduction Suggery and Liposuction, Will this Affect the Scars? 2 answers

Hello and happy new year to all, Well, 10 weeks ago I had liposuction of the left breast and areola size reduction. The areola formed scab at certain...
2 months post-op allergy scar tissue tape

Having Breast Reduction and Work in a Child Care, How Long Off-Work? 2 answers

Kids 6 Months to 5 Yrs . How long should I be out of work ? My days are filled with bending, lifting, carrying, running, and kids at times plowing...
lifting time off work

Should I Continue to Follow Up on Breast Pain with Occasional Swelling? 2 answers

Hx: Reduction 5yrs; 37yrs old; full hysterectomy 8yrs; on estradiol. 3-4 weeks ago began having a lot of pain w/swelling of left breast. My PCP...
5 years post-op follow-up pain swelling

After a Breast Reduction Can The 2nd Surgery Be Done Thru the Areola to Reduce 1st Scar? 2 answers

Can the original breast reduction procedure scar be reduced by taking the excess skin that has been gained again be done on a second surgery thru the...
areola incision revision technique

Have a Seroma Following Breast Reduction 6 Weeks Post Op Do I Need Treatment? 5 1/2 Cm 2 answers

Have a Seroma Following Breast Reduction 6 Weeks Post Op Do I Need Treatment? 5 1/2 Cm
6 weeks post-op seroma treatment

It Has Been a Year and my One Breast is Still Draining and Bleeding What Should I Do? 2 answers

I had a breast reduction 1 year ago a tiny spot on the right nipple area wont heal still drains and bleeds ,she operated a second time and it healed...
1 year post-op bleeding causes drainage

I Have Dead Tissue in my Left Breast After Reduction What Would You Recommend? 1 answer

Following a breast reduction I lost my right nipple and more than half of the right breast due to necrosis. This was a 2nd reduction and the blood...
necrosis tissue

20 Days Post Op. Is It Too Early to Start Massaging my Scars? And When Will Swelling Decrease to be the Final Result? (photo)

I have 3 questions! I'm 20 days post Op (Breast Reduction), I was wondering if it is too early to start massaging my scars with creams? My second...
3 weeks post-op final result massage scar swelling

Should I Do a Revision Breast Reduction? My Breasts Have Grown Back, With Extra Axially Tissue.

I underwent a reduction 8 years ago. I went from a 34 G to a 34 D. In the past few years, my breasts have grown back to their original size. I have...
8 years post-op Axillary breast tissue growing recommendation
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