Skin on Side of Breasts Extremely Itchy 3 Weeks Post-Op Breast Reduction, Any Suggested Cream to Use?

I tell my patients that they can resume normal activities after bruising and tenderness are gone. Strenuous exercise should be avoided for 3 to 4 weeks. But follow your surgeons advice, each patient can be different.

Thank you for the question.  Breast reduction surgery for women is one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform. The upside of the procedure is the de-crease the size of breasts which can cause symptoms such as neck/ back/ shoulder discomfort,  bra strap grooving, postural...

The back deformity will not determine whether the insurance with approve the breast reduction. It could even help. Best to see in person a boarded PS in your area to write your insurance company a letter of pre determination of benefits. 

Breast reduction: massage during healingThe initial discomfort subsides daily and can be controlled with oral medication. It is best to wear the bra 24 hours each day until released by the doctor Most patients resume normal activity by two weeks however full activity, lifting, sports, and no...

Hi. Typically you can go down one or two cup sizes with liposuction breast reduction, and patients tend to be very happy.  Physical exam and a mammogram can help to see how much of your breast volume is fat.  Then you know more precisely how much smaller you can be.

During the first two weeks, I ask my patients to lay low. from 2-4 weeks, they can start using a stationary bike as long as they are not raising their blood pressure and heart rate too much. from 4-6 weeks, you can start more intense exercise gradually, such as jogging, etc. Lastly, from 6 weeks...