Asymmetry or swelling? 1.5 months post-op breast reduction (Photo)

Question

My breasts are both very different sizes. It is getting very frustrating when i want to run. One side pulls down a lot more and causes neck & shoulder pain on that side... Is it possible that one side is still swollen?? If not, is it possible to get a revision for this? I don't want to have to deal with the difference in heaviness forever...

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Based on your pictures it look like you are healing well, just give it more time for them to settle and continue to follow up with your PS to discuss your concerns.

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!!
Thanks for your question and provided information.
I have to say that you are still early on healing process, it is too soon to determine what your results are going to be. Right now you might have one breast bigger than the other, feel swollen and also have bruises, it is normal and can happen for the first 4 to 6 months.
Hope this is helpful. Good luck :)

Gary L. Ross, MBChB, FRCS · Answer

It is still early postop and it can take 6months before you can start to assess the final size and shape. All looks to be healing well at this stage and keep in touch with your PS.

Asymmetry or swelling? 1.5 months post-op breast reduction (Photo)

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