Is Attending an Event 2 Days After Breast Augmentation Feasible?

Question

2 days after BA surgery I am planning to attend an important event - I will be seated the majority of the time, but will likely be receiving hugs and will be required to walk short to moderate distances. What pain level should I be prepared to have? Does this seem like a terrible idea? I am also curious about total time after surgery until you feel completely normal again? My PS says no exercising for 3 weeks....after 3 weeks will I feel normal? When will I be able to do pull-ups again post-op?

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

You'll probably not be up to a social event so soon after surgery. However, if you're sitting for most of the time and do not have to exert any physical force (i.e. firm hugging) then it may be okay. Of course the best person to ask is your surgeon. I normally recommend that patients begin their regular exercise routine at 3 weeks and upper body training at 6 weeks.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question!

	 

	In the immediate post-op period following a breast augmentation, you may have muscle pain or complications from anesthesia such as nausea.  Pain medication, antibitoics and muscle relaxors also have side effects.  You will not have any problems walking short distances or sitting but you may be very sensitive to being squeezed.  It usually takes a patient about 1 month to get back to normal after a breast augmentation.  I do not recommend exercise for about 1 month.

	 

	Best of Luck,

	 

	Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question.

	I recommend that my breast augmentation patients do not schedule anything of &ldquo;importance&rdquo; for the first  4 days after surgery. Most patients are not in the position to enjoy any event 2 days after surgery.

	Your plastic surgeon will guide you in regards to exercise/return to activities after your procedure.

	Best wishes.

Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS · Answer

For most patients attending a social activity 2 days after breast surgery is premature; however, let your body be the guide. Don't push it if your body is requiring more rest. 3-4 weeks after surgery you can generally resume light exercise, but your surgeon will guide you what that means in your case.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

I personally think that going out 2 days after surgery to asocial event is not a great idea.  I think that you will be uncomfortable and tired.  It is better to take it easy for several days before going back to every day activities.

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