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How Long Will It Take After Breast Reduction Before I Can Wear a Regular Shirt?

Just wanting to know how long it wold be before I can lift my arms up and pull a regular shirt over my head after having a breast reduction

3 Doctor Answers | Asked by Mrs. Thomas in Ypsilanti, MI
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Raising Arms after Breast Reduction Surgery?

Thank you for the question. Your plastic surgeon will guide you during your recovery. Assuming no complications it is very likely that you will be able to raise her arms slowly approximately 2 weeks after surgery ( possibly sooner). Best wishes.
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Regular clothing after breast reduction

You should be able to wear a regular shirt right away after breast reduction, and raising your arm up is fine with our technique, however you might find a shirt that buttons in front more conveneint for a short while. Best of luck
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Breast reduction and movement

You should be able to put a blouse on soon after a reduction. Lifting the arms is ok in my practice, you may not feel comfortable to do so for a few days after surgery.

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