Is it possible to get pregnant right after a breast reduction surgery?

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I had a breast reduction last month and me and my hubby were active before and almost 2 weeks after. I missed my period that was then due a week and a half later. I'm not sure if its possible that me missing my period was because of possible pregnancy or the surgery.

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thank you very much for sharing your concerns with us. 1 month after Breast Reduction, it's not time enough to express a valid opinion of results.On the other hand, generally to avoid the normal p.o. swelling, I recommend to limit the arms movement for two weeks. Also it's not advisable to carry weight and take the antiinflamatory painkillers drugs.Finally, I recommend you always use a therapeutic bra.Respectfully,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

Raymond A. Capone, Jr., MD · Answer

Yes you could be pregnant! Get a pregnancy test.
 It is best to avoid anesthesia while pregnant and plastic surgery patients should avoid the possibility of concurrent pregnancy through abstinence or  birth control measures.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Congratulations on having undergone the breast reduction procedure.  It is very common for menstrual cycles to be altered around the time of surgery. As you know, pregnancy is also a common occurrence. In other words, it could be either. Time to undergo a pregnancy test. Best wishes.

Robert L. Kraft, MD, FACS · Answer

Two points-surgery and anesthesia can mess up your menstrual cycles. Yes, you could certainly be pregnant, given the unprotected intercourse. Buy a pregnancy test kit or see your gynecologist.  If the unprotected sex could have been preop, given the meds that went into your system, a serious discussion would be in order.

Douglas Taranow, DO, FACOS · Answer

Thanks for the question.  Simple answer.  Yes, it is both possible to miss your period due to the surgery and yes, it is possible to get pregnant immediately before or after surgery.Home pregnancy tests are very accurate.Best of luck.Dr. T

Is it possible to get pregnant right after a breast reduction surgery?

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