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SURGERY OF THE CHEST

Breast
Reduction

Breast Reduction
Breast Reduction
What is it?
  • A breast reduction is an operation to reduce the size of large breasts, particularly if they cause back pain, neck pain or postural problems
  • The areola (the dark area surroung the nipple) can also be reduced in size and repositioned to give a more “uplifted” look to the breasts
  • If large breasts cause you distress, or leave you feeling self concious, or your breasts are uneven in size, this operation could be suitable for you

What it can’t do?
  • Breast reduction cannot reduce excess weight from areas other than your breasts, such as torso or waist
  • See liposuction for addressing this

What is involved?
  • Your surgeon will make a cut in your breasts normally a curved line following the contour from the areola down to the crease beneath your breast
  • The excess fat and glandular tissue will then be removed from inside your breast, along with some of your skin
  • The amount of fat, tissue and sikn removed will depend on the final breast size that you have agreed with your surgeon
  • The areola and nipple are then repositioned and the breast skin is drawn into and around the areola to define your new breast contour
  • You may need liposuction below your armpit to withdraw fat from the breast area
  • The operation will take between 2 and 3 hours to complete and you will require a general anaesthetic and a two night stay in hospital

Your recovery
  • You will need to wear a special bra for several weeks following your operation to support your new breasts as they heal
  • You should allow 6 to 8 weeks to recover

Your results
  • A breast reduction operation is considered a permanent solution to reduce large heavy breasts
  • You should remember, however, if you put on weight in the future,
    your breasts are likely to increase in size again

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