I am not overweight, have slight ptosis only, might consider a lift at the same time. I am 36B which is fine, I don't want to be bigger just more comfortable. I have had axillary breast tissue all my life. I live in Vancouver BC Canada. Would you have the name of a plastic surgeon in our area who is experienced in this, Thank you very much.
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Answer: Regarding axillary breast tissue resection, are the scars quite visible, and not hidden in the axillae?
If there is a treatable cause, it needs to be found and treated first .Once there are no further tests or treatments needed, your regular doctor PCP or hematologist can give you medical clearance for an elective procedure .Always let your surgeon know about any medical condition you have or have...
Breast Reduction surgery can be done as an Outpatient so that you can go home the same day about 4 hours post surgery, provided you are awake, alert, comfortable, able to walk, eating and drinking and controlling pain with oral pain killers. You cannot drive and stay at home alone for the first day.
Any surgery that is performed under general anesthesia and takes more than 2 hours is considered a "major procedure" by many. On the other hand it is a very common procedure with few complications when performed in the hands of a qualified board certified plastic surgeon. The procedure is done...