I'm currently in college and was wondering if it would be even remotely possible for me to continue going to my classes after I have a breast reduction. I only have class on Mondays and Wednesdays from 11AM to 5PM, although I could more than likely leave my last class at around 3PM. The only reason this comes up is because I go to school year-round (including winter break). It's very, very important to me to always be in class unless it's a dire emergency. Any tips would be more than helpful.
October 2, 2014
Answer: Breast Reduction during surgery I think you can undergo breast reduction on Thursday and be able to go back to work on Monday. Everyone has different pain threshold. However, most of my breast reduction patients have surgery either Wednesday or Thursday and be able to go back to work as long as the work is not too strenuous. You may be able to be off the pain medication after 3-4 days; however, please try to take it easy as much as you can. Also, talk with your plastic surgeon about injecting you with a long-acting pain medication (Exparel) during your surgery. Good luck!
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October 2, 2014
Answer: Breast Reduction during surgery I think you can undergo breast reduction on Thursday and be able to go back to work on Monday. Everyone has different pain threshold. However, most of my breast reduction patients have surgery either Wednesday or Thursday and be able to go back to work as long as the work is not too strenuous. You may be able to be off the pain medication after 3-4 days; however, please try to take it easy as much as you can. Also, talk with your plastic surgeon about injecting you with a long-acting pain medication (Exparel) during your surgery. Good luck!
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September 26, 2014
Answer: Breast reduction during school Each surgeon has his or her own guidelines for postoperative care. Typically, patients can return to light activities 5 to 10 days post breast reduction. After choosing your surgeon, consult with him or her as the surgeon will know the specifics of the surgery and about you.
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September 26, 2014
Answer: Breast reduction during school Each surgeon has his or her own guidelines for postoperative care. Typically, patients can return to light activities 5 to 10 days post breast reduction. After choosing your surgeon, consult with him or her as the surgeon will know the specifics of the surgery and about you.
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