11 days post op (breast reduction) and I'm catching a cold.

You definitely need a breast lift procedure the way you are describing it. I’m sorry to say there is hardly any cream that will help you achieve this. You need a surgical technique of mastopexy and we don’t use anchor breast reduction technique. We use a short vertical scar technique. So I wou...

Based on your picture you seem to have some irritation I suggest you visit your PS for a proper exam and evaluation.Best wishes.

 I am sorry to hear about the complications you have experienced. How long it will take to heal will depend mainly on status/size of the unhealthy underlying tissue.  If the area of fat necrosis is small, it may take a few more weeks;  for larger areas, several months of drainage may be ensue. ...

Thank you for your question which is a common query. I check the incisions at two weeks post op and as long as the wounds have healed, I allow my patients to lift children as long as they are wearing a sports bra. If there is any unhealed areas I recommend not doing any lifting and...

Request a predetermination from OHIP to ensure that they cover breast reduction.Then see a board certified plastic surgeon (BCPS) to evaluate you.  OHIP may try to deny you based upon a lot of things like weight, lack of enough tissue that should be removed, lack of symptoms, and lack of pre...

Dear makuchta 53, Thank you for your question. I tell my patients they may drive 1-2 weeks after breast reduction surgery in most cases. However, you should absolutely under no circumstances drive while taking pain medications. It is best to consult with your operating surgeon about his...