Breast Reduction
Breast reduction surgery is a procedure which reduces the size of the breasts for women who have uneven or uncomfortably large breasts. Surgically known as a reduction mammoplasty, the procedure involves removing fat and skin, and sometimes the reshaping of the breasts, to result in a smaller, more manageable size.
You might be considering breast reduction surgery for a variety of reasons, including pain and discomfort in your back, neck and shoulders. You might may also consider a breast reduction if you find it difficult to take part in sports or are tired of ill-fitting swimwear and clothing due to the size of your breasts.
If you have disproportionately large breasts that are causing neck pain, back pain, or other physical symptoms, you may be considering breast reduction surgery.
Most women who get breast reduction are very satisfied with the results. Men with conditions such as gynecomastia (in which male breasts are abnormally enlarged) may also get breast reduction.
Why is a breast reduction required?
Breast reduction surgery is meant for women who have large breasts and want to resolve issues such as:
- Chronic back, neck and shoulder pain
- Chronic rash or skin irritation under the breasts
- Deep grooves in the shoulders from bra strap pressure
- Restricted activity
- Poor self-image related to large breasts
- Difficulty fitting into bras and clothing
- Difficulty sleeping
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How is the procedure done?
The procedure is done in a hospital setting with a 2-day admission. You will be given general anaesthesia for the procedure. The surgery takes about 3-4 hours.
The surgeon will make a cut around your nipple then downward on the breast in the form of a keyhole. Extra skin, tissue, and fat from your breasts will be removed. The nipple will be repositioned. The surgeon may use drainage tubes and then stitch up your breasts and wrap them in a special gauze. You may also need to wear a surgical bra.
Recovering after Breast Reduction Surgery
You will need to take at least one week off from work or school for breast reduction surgery. Some people need two weeks, but each situation varies. About a week after the surgery, your bandages and stitches will be removed.
While you recover, you’ll need to stop physical activity for at least one month after surgery.
You are likely to experience Breast Pain.
Women mostly complain about having big or small or drooping breasts. These complains cause lack of self-confidence thereby happiness issues.
An ideal sized breast for a woman can be too big or too small for another woman. Therefore, ideal breast size is a personalized concept. It is about weight, height, shoulder and hip width. Also, personal opinion of the patient is a very important factor for determine an ideal breast size.
The ideal shape for breast is conical. The papilla is located at the top of this conical shape. Another important indicator is infra-mammary line. Location of the breast according to this line is also important. If the amount of breast below the line rises, hanging decree rises too. This situation causes bad looking.
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Who is a candidate for breast reduction surgery?
Candidates for breast reduction surgery are typically individuals who have breasts that are disproportionately large in relation to their body frame, causing physical discomfort, pain, or emotional distress. Common concerns include chronic neck, shoulder, and back pain, difficulty with physical activities, postural problems, and self-esteem issues. It is important to have realistic expectations and be in good overall health before considering the procedure. A consultation with a plastic surgeon is necessary to determine if you are a suitable candidate for breast reduction surgery.
Breast Reduction – Frequently Asked Questions
Breast reduction surgery will take around two to four hours, and you’ll be put under general anaesthetic for this procedure. You’ll need to stay in hospital for at least two nights, where you’ll receive high quality care from our nursing team.
Large breasts can often sag due to their weight, causing nipples to point downwards as a result. Breast reduction surgery reduces the size and weight of the breasts, resulting in breasts that are smaller and appear firmer and more lifted. Following breast reduction surgery, your breasts should appear more in proportion to your body. You can discuss the visual aspects of treatment with your surgeon during the free consultation.
Changes should be visible shortly after the breast reduction procedure, but post-operative swelling may prevent you from seeing the end result for some time. Although the swelling will slowly decrease over the weeks after your surgery, it can take up to six months for the full results to be seen. Regular follow-up appointments will help you to monitor the progress of your breast reduction and ensure that the incisions are healing well. Once the swelling has settled, you’ll be able to see the final results.
You should expect some degree of scarring, but the extent of this will depend on where the incisions were made and the type of procedure. The position of any scars generally ensures that they are hidden when you are wearing clothes and after twelve months the scarring should fade significantly. Some of the scars will be concealed along the crease of the breast, but parts of the scar will remain visible.
Breastfeeding may still be an attainable goal following breast reduction surgery and all efforts will be made to preserve milk-producing tissue during the procedure. However, there is a level of risk that breastfeeding following a breast reduction may not be achievable. Such risks and concerns will be discussed in depth by your surgeon at your initial consultation.
The size and shape of your breasts should remain consistent, but this cannot be guaranteed if you gain or lose a significant amount of weight in the future. Excessive weight gain or weight loss may result in fluctuations in the shape and size of your breasts. This will be covered in your consultation, but if you have any specific weight goals in mind or concerns surrounding pregnancy, you should discuss this prior to the procedure with your surgeon.
If you have one breast larger than the other, you may be a good candidate for a breast reduction procedure. While it is common to have one breast that is slightly larger than the other, if there is a significant difference in size, it may be possible to create a more even appearance by having a breast reduction and reducing the size of the larger breast.
Back, neck and shoulder pain caused by large or oversized breasts can affect people of all ages. The minimum age for breast reduction surgery at Delight Clinic is 18. A key consideration when opting to have breast reduction surgery is whether you plan to have children in the future because a breast reduction may impact your ability to breast feed successfully. For this reason, we don’t typically recommend that a breast reduction is undertaken prior to having children.
During the breast reduction procedure, a nipple graft may take place depending on the amount of tissue that needs to be removed from the breast. Once the breast is reformed in the desired size and shape, the nipple is positioned in the optimum location and grafted back into place.
In some cases, women find that they do experience a loss of nipple sensitivity after a breast reduction. This, and other potential side effects, will be discussed at length during your pre-surgery consultations.
Women who have a breast reduction surgery are generally satisfied with the appearance of their breasts and enjoy the increased comfort levels that come with smaller breasts and no further surgical procedures are required. Unlike other breast procedures such as breast enlargement where implants need to be replaced, a breast reduction shouldn’t require follow-up procedures to maintain the appearance. Unless you become pregnant or gain a significant amount of weight after a breast reduction, the shape and size of your breasts should remain the same.