How long is the typical recovery?
Answer: Breast Reduction: A Common Procedure with Few Complications Any surgery that is performed under general anesthesia and takes more than 2 hours is considered a "major procedure" by many. On the other hand it is a very common procedure with few complications when performed in the hands of a qualified board certified plastic surgeon. The procedure is done under general anesthesia on an out-patient basis or in the hospital.
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Answer: Breast Reduction: A Common Procedure with Few Complications Any surgery that is performed under general anesthesia and takes more than 2 hours is considered a "major procedure" by many. On the other hand it is a very common procedure with few complications when performed in the hands of a qualified board certified plastic surgeon. The procedure is done under general anesthesia on an out-patient basis or in the hospital.
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January 23, 2015
Answer: Is Breast Reduction major surgery? Thank you for the question. Yes I would consider breast reduction "major surgery”. It is also one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform.Like every procedure performed, every patient will have a different recovery experience. Some of this experience will depend on the patient's personality/pain threshold etc.Most patients are need to rest for a few days and return to light activities within 7 to 10 days. Heavy lifting should be delayed for 4 to 6 weeks. I hope this, then the attached link (dedicated breast reduction surgery concerns), helps.Best wishes.
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January 23, 2015
Answer: Is Breast Reduction major surgery? Thank you for the question. Yes I would consider breast reduction "major surgery”. It is also one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform.Like every procedure performed, every patient will have a different recovery experience. Some of this experience will depend on the patient's personality/pain threshold etc.Most patients are need to rest for a few days and return to light activities within 7 to 10 days. Heavy lifting should be delayed for 4 to 6 weeks. I hope this, then the attached link (dedicated breast reduction surgery concerns), helps.Best wishes.
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January 23, 2015
Answer: Recovery from Breast Reduction Thank you for your question about breast reduction.In general, breast reduction is a straight forward well tolerated procedure. See web reference for recovery instructions.
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January 23, 2015
Answer: Recovery from Breast Reduction Thank you for your question about breast reduction.In general, breast reduction is a straight forward well tolerated procedure. See web reference for recovery instructions.
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January 23, 2015
Answer: Breast reduction is outpatient surgery Breast reduction is outpatient surgery, meaning you go home the same day as your surgery. Most plastic surgeons will ask patients to refrain from strenuous exercise, heavy lifting, and any soaking of the incisions (pool, tub, etc.) for 6 weeks. Typically, my patients are able to resume their normal activities the day after surgery with the above restrictions. For more information, please visit the following link. Good luck!
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January 23, 2015
Answer: Breast reduction is outpatient surgery Breast reduction is outpatient surgery, meaning you go home the same day as your surgery. Most plastic surgeons will ask patients to refrain from strenuous exercise, heavy lifting, and any soaking of the incisions (pool, tub, etc.) for 6 weeks. Typically, my patients are able to resume their normal activities the day after surgery with the above restrictions. For more information, please visit the following link. Good luck!
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January 22, 2015
Answer: Outpatient surgery Breast reduction is an outpatient surgery that takes between two and half and three hours. The recovery is one hour. Follow up next day.
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January 22, 2015
Answer: Outpatient surgery Breast reduction is an outpatient surgery that takes between two and half and three hours. The recovery is one hour. Follow up next day.
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