I'm 5 weeks post breast reduction. Last night a friend hugged me very hard squeezing my breasts. Will there be damage?

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The force used was considerable and he was squeezing me so tight I couldn't push him off. I didn't feel any pain at the time but I had been drinking a lot. This morning I have some discomfort and tenderness, especially to the right breast. There is no bruising and the scars look fine. My concern is there be damage internally that could have an adverse effect on firmness nor shape as a result?

Ellen A. Janetzke, MD · Answer

Since you are 5 weeks post op the internal damage was probably minimal if any. Tenderness is common after breast reduction for up to several months anyway. If there is no external evidence of injury there should be no "permanent" damage to your result. You should probably take it easy for a few days just to let the discomfort resolve (& maybe stay away from your friend a little longer!).

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Congratulations on having undergone the breast reduction procedure. Your plastic surgeon will always be your best resource when it comes to an accurate assessment, advice, and/or meaningful reassurance. Given that there is no "external" evidence of injury, it is unlikely that there has been any "damage" done internally. Again, best to follow up with your plastic surgeon.In the meantime, I will suggest that you "take it easy" when it comes to alcohol consumption and/or physical contact/activity. Best wishes.

Tracy Kayan, MD · Answer

Fortunately at 5 weeks out from surgery you are mostly healed. You can sometimes cause a minor amount of tissue trauma such as tearing of the scar tissue, and that may explain some of your soreness. As long as there is no opening or separation of your incisions or swelling of one breast a lot larger than the other that would indicate bleeding, you are most likely just fine. Be sure to warn any overzealous friends in the future from hugging you too hard!

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