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Hi there, and thank you for your question. Every surgeon has a different protocol, and patients heal at different rates. I would be totally comfortable allowing my patients take Ibuprofen 5 weeks after the breast reduction, but the hematoma could change things, depending on if it is new or old. It is best you consul with your surgeon prior to taking any NSAIDs such as Ibuprofen, Aspirin, or Motrin. Good luck!
Yes. Ibuprofen is fine to take five weeks after breast reduction. I wish you luck and hope this answer helped you.
Congratulations on your breast reduction surgery, lincatseyes!Though ibuprofen is an over-the-counter drug, it isn’t usually recommended for pain relief post-op. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or NSAIDs like ibuprofen can increase your risk for bleeding, so you can only safely take it at least two weeks after your surgery - at which point you probably don’t experience a lot of pain anymore.It’s best to go back to your reputable and board-certified plastic surgeon to get prescription on pain relievers.Best of luck!
It does appear that you have necrosis at the T-junction. Thank you for including the pictures. It looks like you have a very nice result. Necrosis at the T-junction is quite common. It does not appear to be infected. I would agree with local wound care as prescribed by your surgeon. Good luck.
Even though I'm not familiar with the specifics of Oregon's health plan, most health insurance companies cover some or all of the costs of breast reduction surgery if it's deemed "medically necessary." Based on the symptoms you describe, it's likely that your procedure would fall into that...
Asymmetric breast swelling is common after any procedure. Your condition is likely benign. Without additional information or photographs, potential problems such as a hematoma or infection cannot be ruled out. It would be appropriate to inform your surgeon of your condition and concerns.
It is not uncommon to have these wound openings at the T junction, just keep the area dry and covered with gauze and continue to follow up with your PS.
It is difficult to tell with your photographs what is exactly causing the indent you note. It is common at this stage in the recovery process to have fluctuations in swelling that can cause some contour changes. Typically these resolve with time. If this does not resolve, I...
Thanks for your question. The simple answer is, possibly. It all really depends on the technique and sutures used by your surgeon. The majority of breast reductions are closed using a combination of absorbable sutures. Both deeper and more superficial under the skin...
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