What can go wrong after breast reduction?
Potential loss of skin/tissue of breast where incisions meet each other. Potential, partial or total loss of nipple and areola. Skin discoloration, permanent pigmentation changes, swelling and bruising. Unfavorable scarring.
What are the signs of infection after breast reduction surgery?
You have signs of infection, such as:
- Increased pain, swelling, warmth, or redness.
- Red streaks leading from the incision.
- Pus draining from the incision.
- A fever.
How bad is breast reduction recovery?
In the few days following your surgery, it’s normal to experience some pain and discomfort. Your breasts and areas around your breasts may be bruised and swell up. This is because the breast tissues and muscles have been stretched. Most women experience the most pain during the first few days post-procedure.
How often do breast reductions go wrong?
Studies looking at breast reduction complications report widely differing rates, ranging from 14% to 52%. “It’s hard to understand what the complication rate is because it’s so variable,” Kulber says.
When can I sleep on my side after breast reduction?
You can begin to sleep on your side again two weeks after breast reconstruction surgery. However, stomach sleeping is still not permitted at the two-week mark. You must wait four weeks before you can sleep on your stomach. At this time, you are fine to sleep in any normal positions that you find comfortable.
Is a breast reduction major surgery?
Some people seek breast reduction for cosmetic or aesthetic reasons. Your doctor may also recommend it if large breasts are causing discomfort, back problems, or other health problems. Breast reduction surgery is a common but major surgery with significant risks and potential complications.
What is the recovery time after breast reduction?
The recovery after a breast reduction is normally 6-8 weeks. The inflammation and swelling takes at least 6 weeks to reduce to a point that the breast starts to feel soft and natural.
What are the dangers of breast reduction?
Breast reduction surgery has the same risks as any other type of major surgery — bleeding, infection and an adverse reaction to the anesthesia. Other possible risks include: Scarring. Loss of sensation in the nipples and skin surrounding the nipples (areolae)
What are the risks of breast lift?
General surgery risks include possible bleeding, infection, and anesthesia reactions. Risks associated with breast lifts specifically include damage to the nipples or areolas if blood flow is cut off, difficulty breastfeeding in the future, and numbness in the nipples or breasts.
Is breast reduction dangerous?
The breast reduction procedure is normally safe. But as with any surgical procedure, there are risks relating to the procedure itself or to the anesthetic. Any early sign of infection will be vigorously treated, and if bleeding occurs postoperatively, it will be immediately dealt with.