Breast reduction was 1/17/12. Had allergic reaction to a medication given to me during surgery. I also had a bad infection at the incision site. I was on antibiotics for a month! Noticed the swelling in the upper abdomen after my surgery thought it was caused by all the medications I was on. I am 5’7 and weight 147 lbs. Was H cup now DD. Swelling has worsened, abdomen very hard and painful. Feel a lot of pressure inside. My ribs right below my breast are very sore. Abdomen was flat before.
Very Swollen Upper Abdomen After Breast Reduction-Has Not Gotten Any Better Its Been 3 1/2 Months
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April 8, 2012
Answer: Abdominal Swelling after Breast Reduction?
You should be evaluated by a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Your surgeon will then assess your physical condition for the possibility of your symptoms arising due to the size of your breasts. Your insurance company could then be contacted regarding the same if m...
It's a guess. Experienced plastic surgeons remove exactly enough to get the desired result. My patients bring a new bra in the cup size they desire. I sterilize that and use it as form during surgery. Enough is removed to fit the bra perfectly. Why guess? Dr Foster
You are having two major operations which will be performed under a general anesthetic. One of the most significant complications (which most of us fear) after a surgery like this is DVT (deep venous thrombosis, or a blood clot in your legs which can travel to your lungs). During surgery,...
