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   What happens after breast reduction surgery?

   • Your recovery after breast reduction surgery will affect how your breasts look over time. Knowing how to take care of your incisions, how to control your pain and when to resume your exercise and other activities will help you obtain the best possible appearance after breast reduction. Illustration by Michela Buttignol for Verywell Health

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   How long does it take to recover from breast reduction surgery?

   • It's likely your breasts will be swollen, and may feel tender and lumpy after surgery. The swelling may last for around 3 months. You will not see what your breasts look like until the swelling has gone down. It can take 2 to 6 weeks to fully recover from breast reduction surgery. You may need to take 2 to 3 weeks off work.

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   What is reduction mammaplasty?

   • Reduction mammaplasty, also known as breast reduction, is a surgical procedure that removes fat, glandular tissue, and skin from the breasts. It is performed under general anesthesia. As with any type of surgery, breast reduction surgery has a significant recovery period. After your surgery, you will receive postoperative instructions.

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   How long does a breast reduction surgery take?

   • Breast reduction surgery is usually carried out under general anaesthetic. This means you'll be asleep during the operation. Generally, the operation involves: The operation takes 2 to 3 hours, depending on the extent of the breast reduction. You'll usually need to stay in hospital for 1 or 2 nights.

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   It can take 2 to 6 weeks to fully recover from breast reduction surgery. You may need to take 2 to 3 weeks off work. Avoid stretching, strenuous exercise and heavy lifting for up to 6 weeks after the operation.

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   May 4, 2022 · Your recovery after breast reduction surgery will affect how your breasts look over time. Knowing how to take care of your incisions, how to control your pain and when to resume your exercise and other activities will help you obtain the best possible appearance after breast reduction.

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   Breast reduction surgery can significantly improve your quality of life. Understanding the breast reduction recovery timeline, what to include in your recovery kit, and how to manage each week of recovery can make the process less daunting.

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   Aug 11, 2020 · This article relays a typical breast reduction surgery recovery experience. The better prepared you are for a mindful at-home recovery, the quicker you will heal. Proper healing will also allow you to achieve the best result possible after surgery.

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   Dec 29, 2023 · A breast reduction (reduction mammoplasty) is the surgical removal of breast tissue, fat, and skin. It decreases breast size but does not entirely remove them. Those assigned female at birth often have this surgery because their large breasts are causing chronic pain or other debilitating symptoms.

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   Jun 23, 2022 · Breast reduction surgery (also called reduction mammaplasty) is a type of invasive procedure that involves incisions (cuts) in your skin to decrease the size and weight of your breasts. If...

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   Jun 29, 2024 · Breast reduction surgery, also known as reduction mammaplasty, removes fat, breast tissue and skin from the breasts. For those with large breasts, breast reduction surgery can ease discomfort and improve appearance.