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 question is how long would it take for the swelling to go down? And my third question is if there's any chance for my breast to further reduce in size? Sorry for too many questions! Many Thanks in advance
April 21, 2019
Answer: Best to follow up with your PS and ask about massage. It’s not unusual for patients to have significant swelling following breast reduction surgery.The majority of this swelling resolves in 3 to 6 weeks.However, small amounts of residual swelling may persist for up to 3 to 6 months following surgery.As swelling resolves patients often note a corresponding decrease in breast size.In most cases this is a relatively minor change.We generally don’t recommend breast massage in the immediate post-operative period.This procedure dramatically alters the breast architecture and massage might create shear forces that might disrupt the internal healing and lead to seromas, bleeding and hematomas.In the late post-operative period massage is appropriate and will help soften breast tissue.It’s important that you discuss this issue with your plastic surgeon before starting massage in the immediate post-operative period.Your surgeon understands the specifics of your operation and will be able to provide you with appropriate direction.
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April 21, 2019
Answer: Best to follow up with your PS and ask about massage. It’s not unusual for patients to have significant swelling following breast reduction surgery.The majority of this swelling resolves in 3 to 6 weeks.However, small amounts of residual swelling may persist for up to 3 to 6 months following surgery.As swelling resolves patients often note a corresponding decrease in breast size.In most cases this is a relatively minor change.We generally don’t recommend breast massage in the immediate post-operative period.This procedure dramatically alters the breast architecture and massage might create shear forces that might disrupt the internal healing and lead to seromas, bleeding and hematomas.In the late post-operative period massage is appropriate and will help soften breast tissue.It’s important that you discuss this issue with your plastic surgeon before starting massage in the immediate post-operative period.Your surgeon understands the specifics of your operation and will be able to provide you with appropriate direction.
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July 22, 2017
Answer: Swelling and scar treatment You should ask your surgeon these questions for their answers, because they know more about your situation. If your incisions aren't crusty and have closed properly, then you may start scar creams. For swelling, it can take several months for all of it to subside, but the majority of it will disappear in three or four months. Once swelling has subsided, your breasts may decrease in size a bit.
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July 22, 2017
Answer: Swelling and scar treatment You should ask your surgeon these questions for their answers, because they know more about your situation. If your incisions aren't crusty and have closed properly, then you may start scar creams. For swelling, it can take several months for all of it to subside, but the majority of it will disappear in three or four months. Once swelling has subsided, your breasts may decrease in size a bit.
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November 3, 2016
Answer: Recovery from Breast Augmentation
Yes, it may take several weeks for the swelling to go down and the tissues to settle. I suggest to may patients to start gentle massage the day after surgery. However, you should consult with your surgeon and follow their directions.
Good Luck.
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November 3, 2016
Answer: Recovery from Breast Augmentation
Yes, it may take several weeks for the swelling to go down and the tissues to settle. I suggest to may patients to start gentle massage the day after surgery. However, you should consult with your surgeon and follow their directions.
Good Luck.
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