I'm trying to plan a breast augmentation, but do not have enough vacation days to take 2 weeks off work. After my surgery, will the surgeon provide me with a note for light duty? If so, is the reason for light duty explained within the note? I work in a warehouse, and although I don't lift more than 10-15 lbs, it's very repetitive, with a lot of walking and reaching above my head. I don't want to tell my boss I need light duty because I had an elective aesthetic surgery...
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Hi jeimmyjaz; I generally ask my patients not to do any impact exercises for 6 weeks following a BA. I think that it is taking unnecessary risks to the tissues. We think that it takes roughly 3 months for the capsular scar tissue to mature around the implant; this tissue is the main support for ...
It appears from your pictures that you do indeed have so-called Mondor's cords. What those are essentially is thromboses, or clotted, superficial veins under the breasts. If you look at the skin of your chest, breasts, and abdomen, you will see a continuous network of small veins running o...
Hello,Thank you for your question. It is difficult to give you meaningful advice with no photos but it sounds as though you are inquiring about the benefits of a breast lift. I recommend that you meet with a board certified plastic Surgeon in person to discuss your aesthetic goals and find out ...