What will happen when I get pregnant or want to breast-feed?
If you are considering having children, you should
discuss this with Dr. Lovric during your consultation, along with your
goals of the surgery. The ability to nurse after you have had the size
of your breasts reduced is unpredictable. Should you decide to nurse
after your surgery, you probably will experience some temporary
engorgement. What
about mammograms?
The risk of developing breast cancer seems to
remain unchanged following a breast reduction, as do our recommendations
for cancer screenings. Self-breast examinations should be performed
monthly regardless. Is a breast reduction for me?
The best candidates are:
Women with very large breasts who require physical relief.
Other candidates include those patients with one breast significantly
larger than the other
Those with indentations on their shoulders from tight bra straps
Those who are self-conscious or dissatisfied with their over sized
breasts are also good candidates
How will I feel after surgery? The recovery from a traditional breast
reduction procedure can be extensive. Following your surgery, it is a
good idea to sleep on your back to avoid pressure put on your breasts.
Sexual activity should be avoided one to two weeks after surgery and
strenuous activity for at least two weeks. The stitches will be removed
after a few weeks. Bruising and swelling may take up to six weeks to
disappear, and it may take up to a year or two for the scars to flatten
and fade.
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