What is breast reduction? Benefits, Metthod, Risks and complications

 

Breast reduction

 

What is breast reduction?

This surgical procedure, often known as reduction mammoplasty, refers to removing or reducing unwanted fat, skin, and tissues from the breast. However, the size of the breast is based on various factors like genetics, hormonal issues, and body weight, but this surgery aims to reshape your breast and make it equal if you feel it not appropriate with the rest of your body. Moreover, if you have larger breasts and feel back or neck pain due to it, you can also fix this issue according to the proportion of your body. Except for females, males are also candidates for this surgical procedure; for instance, gynecomastia (a condition in which men have abnormally larger breasts) can also be treated with this surgery.

 

Breast reduction

 

Methods

Like most of the other surgical procedures, it also focuses on two main methods. But the ultimate goal of both methods is to decrease the size of the breast.

1.     The reconstructive method deals with the re-establishment of the breast’s tissues to treat nerve pain and to increase the sensitivity and function of the breast. It also treats to lift the nipples and reduce the size of the breast.

2.     The aesthetic method deals with the modification in the appearance of the physical body. Because by getting your desired look or restoration of the breast, your self-image improves, and your mental health positively affects.

 

Procedure

General anesthesia will be given during the surgery. The duration of surgery lasts between 2 to 5 hours. Multiple methods can be used in the procedure. Your surgeon will select the one which is better for you. The selection of the method depends upon;

·       How many tissues needed to remove?

·       How much skin needed to remove?

·       What type of physical appearance do you want?

·       What is your goal about the shape and size of the breast after surgery?

After assessing your aims, the surgeon will select the procedure. Some of the most frequently used methods include liposuction, in which an incision is made to remove the excess of fat or tissues and then reshape the size of the breast.

 

Benefits

This surgery offers an extensive list of benefits because of its high success ratio. Here is a list of some advantages that you will get after this surgery.

·       It enhances your physical beauty as you look beautiful in bras or clothes.

·       It will give you psychological satisfaction, as well.

·       Peace of mind boosts your confidence to participate in social and physical activities.

·       It treats the changing of breast size due to weight loss.

·       It also reduces the saggy appearance of the breast.

·       It provides relief from chronic kind of pains.

 

Risks and complications

 

There are some possible risks and complications in this surgery. Here is a list of some temporary risks associated with this surgery, but they might lead to permanent issues if you don’t take care of them.

·       Scars and bruising.

·       Loss or decrease of sensation in the nipples or the area around the nipples.

·       Sometimes, the symmetry or shape of the size isn’t resulted as per your desire that leads to another surgery for a better appearance.

·       You will feel tenderness in your breast.

·       Discomfort, swelling, and itching.

·       You may feel difficulty in breastfeeding.

 

 

Recovery period

Try to follow all the instructions of the doctor for quick recovery. You should cut off all the physical activities for a specific time of two to four weeks. Wear comfortable loose shirts and avoid wearing underwire bras; instead, wear elastic bras. You have to take medicines on time to minimize the risk of infection in bruises. Visit every follow-up appointment for a regular check-up. Moreover, if you experience any unusual symptoms, visit your doctor instantly. These may include;

·       Increased redness or swelling.

·       Discharge from the incision (may be pus or blood).

It is essential to select a well qualified and experienced surgeon. Tell him about your medical history and goals. It is necessary to discuss everything in the meeting for the successful completion of your surgery.