Question 1

suggestions for open wound care after breast reduction surgery?

Accepted Answer

Open wounds: Open wounds or slower healing areas after breast reduction are not uncommon, especially in larger reductions or smokers.  It is frustrating.  Usually it is a result of poor blood supply to the particular area, commonly underneath the breast.  Because there is decrease blood flow to the area it can take several weeks to heal.  Scabbed areas usually are better dry, open areas dressing changes.

Question 2

is neosporin ointment good for open wounds from breast reduction surgery?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Antibiotic ointment is good on small open wound best to use what your surgeon proscribed.

Question 3

phentermine can breast reduction wound not to heal?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely the cause: Phentermine used for weight loss shown delayed wound healing in lab animals,  if your problem is the " wound not to heal " speak to your surgeon.

Question 4

i had a breast reduction three weeks ago and a week ago my own surgical bra gave me a flesh wound. it ripped off some skin under my left breast and i don't know how to heal it.. i've used neosporin but nothing has helped?

Accepted Answer

Need to be : seen by your surgeon, to evaluate, for infection and best treatment plan.

Question 5

phentermine affects wound healing after breast reduction surgery, help?

Accepted Answer

Stop diet pills: During your recovery from surgery, and eat a high protein diet.  Your body needs "building blocks" for wound healing.  Stop taking your Phentermine prior to surgery - it can make you more prone to heart arrhythmias while you are under anesthesia.

Question 6

how long is the process to get a breast reduction?

Accepted Answer

Around 2.5 hrs: A lot of how long a breast reduction takes depend upon how big the breasts are. The average is about 2.5 hours.

Question 7

what's the difference between breast reduction or lift?

Accepted Answer

Very similar: Breast lift and breast reduction both involve reduction of the breast skin and underlying tissue to raise the breasts and create a more satisfactory shape, size and appearance. The scars are similar; around the areola, vertically down and possibly along the breast fold. The differences depend on how much tissue is removed and how much the breast size is reduced as with a reduction.

Question 8

how do i get a breast reduction covered on my insurance?

Accepted Answer

Letter: Frequently breast reduction is covered by insurance. Your best bet would be to consult with a plastic surgeon and have him/her write a letter requesting prior approval to your insurance company. 
www.associatedplasticsurgeons.com.

Question 9

breast reduction before or after having children is better?

Accepted Answer

Generally after you: Are finished having children. I have had to re-do two breast reductions in patients who had children after their first reductions and whose breasts became very large again with pregnancy and nursing. On the other hand, I have done reductions in 15 yr-old girls with enormous breasts and severe neck and back pain because of them.

Question 10

what cup size should i expect to get after breast reduction?

Accepted Answer

It depends...: This answer depends on the discussion you have with your plastic surgeon.  Many factors go into this, including your current breast size, body frame, amount of sagging, and your own preferences. Insurance companies will cover the surgery if certain symptoms are present and if a certain amount of breast tissue is removed based on your height/weight. Your best bet is consult with a surgeon.

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I had a breast reduction three weeks ago and a week ago my own surgical bra gave me a flesh wound. it ripped off some skin under my left breast and i don't know how to heal it.. i've used neosporin but nothing has helped?

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Phentermine affects wound healing after breast reduction surgery, help?

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What's the difference between breast reduction or lift?

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What cup size should i expect to get after breast reduction?

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