Question 1

can you tell me about breast reduction or mastectomy?

Accepted Answer

Breast Reduction: Women with very large breast can suffer from kyphosis due the weight of their breasts and sometimes it requires surgical removal of breast mass to correct the posture of the body. Mastectomy is completely removal of breast

Question 2

does a full mastectomy have fewer risks than a breast reduction?

Accepted Answer

Hard to compare: Full mastectomies are usually done for cancer, while reductions are done to relieve the symptoms of large heavy breasts. They are both operations with the usual risks of surgery, but the specific risks of each are somewhat different and depend on the underlying reason for doing the operation.

Question 3

im a trans guy researching surgeries. my breasts are at a 36 d and i dont know whether i should get a mastectomy or just a reduction.

Accepted Answer

Would need to see u: Would need to see you in the office. If you are transitioning from female to male, you may want a mastectomy to remove all breast tissue so you are totally flat and you have less risk of breast cancer going forward. The draw back is its not reversible since all breast tissue is removed. Also a decision would have to be made about removing or keeping the nipples. Consult with a surgeon in your area

Question 4

what is getting a breast reduction like?

Accepted Answer

A relief: I the patient who has large , heavy breasts that are causing symptoms, breast reduction will offer relief if your complaints are related to the breasts.
This is not a "cosmetic procedure" and has substantial scarring.

Question 5

what is the process for breast reduction?

Accepted Answer

Start with: Consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon.  If he/she thinks you are a candidate for surgery, a mammogram and medical evaluation will likely follow.  Also consult with your insurance company to see if this is a covered procedure.  This is a major operation that should not be taken lightly.

Question 6

what to expect 5 weeks post breast reduction op?

Accepted Answer

Persistent: Swellling
some boxy appearance of breasts
slight scar thickening
minimal pain.

Question 7

what are the benefits of getting a breast reduction?

Accepted Answer

Reduced symptoms: Large breasts get in the way and may cause discomfort. Lower neck, upper back, shoulder and breast pain are often significantly reduced or eliminated with breast reduction. Shoulder rutting from bra straps and under breast rashes are also eliminated. Breast reduction surgery reduces the risk of breast cancer. Clothes fit better, exercise is easier and women feel better about themselves.

Question 8

i had a breast reduction but i tore my stitches. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If there is a large separation in the wounds then you may need to have treated. If it is very minor then proper wound care such as cleansing with antibacterial soap and antibiotic ointment maybe enough!
good luck!

Question 9

breast.reduction can my nipples be smaller?

Accepted Answer

Yes: When the breast volume is decreased by either liposculpting, significant weight loss or surgical reduction mastepexy, the areola-colored part around the protruding nipple- usually shrinks, or it can be surgically reduced and made more symmetric at the time of surgery.
The nipples themselves tend to protrude less when the "skin balloon" of the breast is deflated.

Question 10

does breast reduction leave awful lasting scars?

Accepted Answer

Permanent but…: Breast reduction surgery is one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform. These operations are associated with scarring that is permanent; however, the scars  are rarely “awful”. However, patients undergoing this operation should be aware that poor scarring may result and additional therapy and/or surgery may be necessary to improve the appearance of these scars. Best wishes.

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