Will the bandage make it harder to breath?

Thank you for your question! After surgery you may feel like the garment is very very tight!  Every doctor wraps their patients a certain way.  The garment should be tight but not to the point were it is hard to breathe!   I would contact your plastic surgeon and let him take a look at you.  Best of luck!Dhaval M PatelDouble Board CertifiedPlastic SurgeonChicagoHoffman EstatesOakbrookOrland Park

Thank you for your question.The bandage should not be so tight that it restricts your breathing. If you wake up from surgery and feel that it is doing, you can always readjust the dressing. I would also discuss this with your surgeon, they may not even put a wrap on after surgery. Good luck with your surgery.

Different doctors use different types of dressings after surgery.  Most surgeons use some mild compression in the bandage.  However, most of what you generally feel is tightness from the new implant placement.  I would speak to your doctor to discuss your concerns and the anxiety issue.  Sometimes some Xanex helps with the anxiety and makes the process easier if you have an anxiety baseline.  Best wishes!