I am a collegiate cross country and track runner and I am planning on getting a breast reduction at the beginning of this coming summer. My training plan really only allows for about 2 weeks off, will a be able to run 2 weeks post surgery?
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December 17, 2014
Answer: What is the absolute soonest I would be able to run after my breast reduction surgery?
Thank you for your question. It is ideal to have someone who can help you in the initial few days after surgery. I agree with the previously stated answer, that it is possible to hire a visiting nurse who can come to your home to check up on you. Good luck.
You ask a great question. The answer is yes, a breast reduction by definition comes with a lift because the nipple and areola are moved upwards to the ideal anatomic position on the breast, which is essentially right at the inframammary fold (the fold under your breast). A breast...
Thank you for your question and you probably will need a reduction at some point but without photos it is difficult to answer your question directly. You need to consider several items which could affect your decision to have surgery. You have not fully matured and your breast may...