Breast reduction was done on october 15th and now I have a white string coming out of my right breast at the lower incision I pulled because I thought it was a dried up scab but it wouldn't come out. It bleed a little and there is also some pain. Is this normal or should I contact my doctor? help!
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When doing a breast reduction the insurance companies dictate the minimal amount to be removed.When I do a breast reduction I try to satisfy the insurance company and at the same time may the patient proportional to their body size whatever that may be.I really don't know what a c or d cup is ...
Yes, breast reduction can be performed as a fee for service procedure, that is not involving an insurance company. Fees vary depending on experience of the surgeon, whether performed in a hospital or out patient surgery center, and if an anesthesiologist vs nurse anesthetist is used.
Thank you for your question. You definitely want to follow your own surgeon's post-op activity instructions. This is a general guide I give to my patients:
1) No heavy lifting or strenuous activity for 6 weeks.
2) Resume walking at a leisurely pace right after surgery (e.g. 2 mph)
3) At 2...
