How will I feel one week post-op Breast Augmentation?

Question

I am scheduled for surgery march 11th and have a conference I am suppose to go to the following week, March 19th. Am I going to feel up to going to this conference? My surgeon said I should feel quite a bit better 1 week after surgery but I wanted some other opinions as well. This is a big conference so I would be more likely to postpone the surgery if its going to keep me from going. I wouldn't have to do much other than sit at the conference.... But am I going to be in pain ad just want to lay down?

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Although you'll still have some soreness to your everyday routine including driving in a week. Restrictions on athletic activity will be prescribed by your surgeon.

Ted Eisenberg, DO, FACOS, FAACS · Answer

More than 90 percent of my patients feel well enough to back to work on the fifth day after surgery if they work in an office setting. As long as your surgeon agrees, there's no reason you can't travel to the conference and enjoy yourself. I have had patients who buckled up and rode home eight-plus hours right after their surgery and were fine.

Glynn Bolitho, PhD, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.Everyone is different and have a different pain tolerance and therefore
recovery.That being said, most patients
feel well enough to return to work in about a week.You will need to take it easy and you might
still feel a little fatigued.After all,
it is still surgery and your body will be working overtime to recover
itself.I would speak with your surgeon
and I’m sure he/she will give you the reassurance you desire. Good Luck!

Alexander G. Nein, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Usually
after surgery the swelling increases for 4-5 days and usually peaks about day
5. From that point the resolution of the swelling will be somewhat slower. It
takes about 6-8 weeks for 80% of the swelling to go away. The last 20% will
take a couple of more months. Usually at about a month, enough of the swelling
has decreased so that things look pretty good. Icing as much as possible the
first 7 days noticeably decreases the swelling and makes women much more
comfortable.

Initially, things will also feel very tight. This is a combination of the
swelling and the fact that the breasts are stretched over the implants. As the
swelling decreases and the tissues relax, the tightness will ease and the
breasts will soften. This entire process to complete softness and relaxation
takes about 4-6 months.

In terms of activity, ask your surgeon what if any restrictions you have. I ask
my patients not to run, jog or ride horses for about a month after surgery. The
up and down pounding motion, can in my opinion cause problems in the early post-op
period (long term it is not an issue). Other than that they are pretty much
free to do as they like within common sense limitations.

A week or so after breast augmentation surgery, you should be able to attend a
conference with little difficulty. At most some Motrin or Tylenol should cover
any soreness that remains. If you are traveling, you may consider getting
porters to help with your luggage just to make it easier for you.

Best of luck to you!

For the best results seek the consultation of a plastic surgeon certified by
the American Board of Plastic Surgery. They have a website listing all the
certified plastic surgeons. Members of the American Society of Aesthetic
Plastic Surgery will all be board certified in plastic surgery and have
demonstrated an interest and competence in cosmetic plastic surgery as well.

Michael Nagy, MD, FACS · Answer

It depends if you have them placed under the muscle or above.  At a week you still will be sore but can go back to work and light gym workout with legs.  Are you flying to the conference or driving?   That too would make a difference in how you feel.

Jordan P. Farkas, MD · Answer

Generally patients feel pretty sore for the first week but improve quickly after that point. You will be fairly swollend and especially if your plastic surgeon is planning to place the implants submuscularly you will need time to let the muscle heal which is what seems to cause most of the discomfort. Good luck and I'm sure you'll LOVE your result.

Christopher J. Ewart, MD · Answer

Will careful dissection, clear postoperative instructions on stretching exercises, and the use of a long acting numbing agent called Exparel, I typically have patients back to desk type work the next day if desired. The basic recovery time for an augmentation is usually around a week for most surgeons so you should be fine for your conference.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question.Every patient has a different experience after breast augmentation recovery.  The first  2 to 4 days are when patients need the most help with their daily activities. Most patients are able to return to a “desk job" within one week after the breast augmentation procedure. This would suggest to me that you should be fine (barring any unusual occurrences) attending the conference.  Don't be surprised, if you benefit from a nap in the middle of the day however.  Best wishes for an outcome that you will be very pleased with. .

John G. Apostolides, MD, FACS · Answer

Every patient heals differently.  The usual recovery from breast augmentation can depend on whether your implants are above the pectorals muscle or below.  Most patients report that they feel significantly improved about 3-5 days after surgery.  It is important to also keep in mind post operative restrictions which can be 2-6 weeks before normal activity.

Leonard Hochstein, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Recovering from breast augmentation, as with any surgery, is a gradual process. Some patients recover quicker than others. The typical patient will experience some pain and discomfort and use pain medication for 2 to 3 days following surgery, but in general, the recovery period is not unbearable.More than likely you will be able to attend the conference if you are not physically walking around for long period of times as most patients will return to work 4 to 5 days after surgery. After 1 to 2 weeks, patients can resume non-impact lower body exercise. Four weeks after surgery, they can resume impact exercises, and 6 weeks following surgery they can resume upper body exercise.Good luck with your surgery!

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