Driving after a breast reduction?

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Hello, I would like to know when can I start driving after a breast reduction, I am 18 day post BR... thanks

Samuel Beran, MD · Answer

When you are no longer taking pain medications and having no discomfort you can drive.  Generally this is within one week of a breast reduction.

Luis A. Mejia, MD · Answer

Thank for your question, Always call your surgeon's office to get explicit clearance for your specific recovery stage before driving, they know better than anyone what is best for you, because they evaluated you, every patient is diferent, for more information contact us.
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Miguel Delgado, MD · Answer

This is something you should ask your surgeon about who knows you best. For my patients, I tell them it is possible that they will  be able to drive after one week as long as they are not taking any pain medication. Good luck.

Manuel Diaz, MD · Answer

¡Hola! A los 18 días de la operación, aún recomendaría esperar antes de conducir. En mi práctica, generalmente prefiero que los pacientes retomen la conducción entre 6 y 8 semanas después de la cirugía , dependiendo de cómo evolucione su recuperación.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Always best to run these types of questions by your plastic surgeon who knows your situation best and is ultimately responsible for your care. Having said that, most patients are able to resume drive about 10 days.  Of course, you will want to be off medication and be able to respond to an emergency.
 
 Best wishes.

Ian MacArthur, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Thanks for your question. It would probably be best to check with your operating surgeon about any restrictions that they may have for you after surgery. I generally tell my patients that they can begin driving 1-2 weeks after breast reduction surgery, assuming everything is going well with their recovery. Nevertheless it is still best to check with your surgeon about this. All the best with your recovery.

Matthew H. Steele, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Always best to check with your surgeon regarding post-op restrictions, but generally there should be no reason for you to avoid driving at 18 days.  The only concern would be that you avoid taking any pain pills or other medications that would make you drowsy.  Good luck.

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