Is this excessive swelling for 2 days post breast reduction? (Photo)

Hello.It’s great to hear that you're happy with your breast reduction results! The healing process after surgery can take several months, and the final shape and size of your breasts can take time to settle. Typically, it can take around 6 to 12 months for swelling to fully go down and for y...

Many plastic surgeons (including myself) do not routinely use drains in breast reduction. Most breast reduction seromas will be absorbed spontaneously if small, but if you actually hear fluid sloshing, your surgeon may wish to place a needle to drain the collections and help them resolve faster....

Thank you for your question.  I am sorry that you are taking more time to heal.  I agree with your plastic surgeon when it comes to making sure that the wounds are clean.  This area will take three months to heal and 12 months for the hardness to go away.  You may also have...

The Bellesoma Method was developed in 2000 and has undergone continuous evolution since.  This procedure is different than all the other procedures because it creates active lift.  The weight of the breast tissue is transferred to the underlying pectoralis major muscle resulting in long t...

This does look like a fungal rash to me.  I would recommend talking to your plastic surgeon about a Nystatin (anti-fungal) powder rather than a cream.  It is very important to keep the area clean and dry.  You may also need a bra that allows room for the incisions to breathe...

Breast reduction surgery reduces the amount of breast tissue and skin. Therefore, it usually only affects the cup size (C to B) and does not usually change the chest size (36 to 34).