I want to get a breast reduction but I'm concerned about getting lymphedema. One surgeon I spoke too basically told me it'seems related to cancer, not a reduction, but I've read differently. Can you tell me how to avoid getting lymphedema after a reduction?
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Congratulations on your successful pregnancy. There are no absolute rules when it comes to breasts reaching their "steady-state" after pregnancy. My best advice: achieve your long-term stable weight; it is likely that at that point that your breasts will have reached their steady-state as well....
It is impossible to guide you without a consultation. In my practice I would perform a preop assessment a week before and if there were concerns I would arrange a consult with my anaesthetist. You are still a couple of weeks away and this may settle of its own accord. If things don't settle a...
Unfortunately, each insurance company has their own criteria. Large breasts (macromastia) or breast hypertrophy can occur in a variety of conditions (family trait, post pregnancy, excessive adolescent growth). In general when the excessive breast size causes functional problems, insurance will...
