Is it worth getting Breast Reduction Surgery?

Dr.Nikhil Yadav, 4 mins read

Breast reduction surgery is extremely beneficial for women who are bothered by their breasts' excessive size. Breasts, on the other hand, play an important role in enhancing a woman's beauty, but when the size of their breast is too large they can cause a variety of health issues such as neck pain, back pain etc. However, there is relief that a solution to this problem is within the reach of medical science. In other words, if a woman has a small breast size, she can use breast implant surgery to increase it, whereas if she has a large breast size, she can go for breast reduction surgery to reduce the size of the breast.

 What is Breast Reduction Surgery?

Breast reduction surgery is a type of surgery that is used to reduce the size of the breast. Breast Mammoplasty is another name for this procedure. Breast reduction surgery, in other words, is surgery that removes excess fat, tissues, and skin from the breast. If you have large breasts, you may consider breast reduction surgery to alleviate discomfort or to achieve a breast size that is proportionate to your body.

When is breast reduction surgery required?

You may be advised for breast reduction surgery in the following conditions:

• Other methods of reducing breast size have failed- Women who are concerned about their breast size use a variety of methods, including exercise, yoga, medications, green tea, and many other methods. If all the other methods fail to solve the problem, breast reduction surgery may be required
• Physical issues as a result of increased breast size- It has frequently been observed that women with larger breasts suffer from neck pain, back pain, skin problems, etc.  Breast reduction surgery is considered appropriate in this situation
• Unable to participate in any physical activity - Participating in any physical activity can be an embarrassment for women who have large breasts. They also suffer from a lot of pain as a result of them. Breast reduction surgery can help with both of these issues
• Suffering from a herniated disc - Breast reduction surgery is recommended for women who have herniated discs.
• Gynecomastia- It has frequently been observed that the development of breast tissue in some men is abnormal. Gynecomastia is the medical term for this condition (man boobs). Men who have this problem may be advised to have breast reduction surgery.

Breast reduction surgery is not advised for those who smoke, have heart disease or diabetes, or who are obese

Pre-breast reduction surgery preparation:

Breast reduction surgery is done on the most delicate part of a woman's body. As a result, this surgery is performed with extreme caution because any mistakes can be fatal to the woman's life.

The doctor thoroughly examines the woman's health before beginning this surgery. Some important preparations and instructions required before surgery are mentioned below:

• Examine your medical history
• Examine your breast
• Discuss your post-surgery expectations for breast size and appearance.
• Mammography test
• Blood tests
• Take pictures of your breasts for medical record.
• You will be advised to abandon smoking for a specific period of time pre and post breast reduction surgery
• To control bleeding during surgery, avoid taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs, and herbal supplements.

Breast reduction surgery procedure:

Breast reduction surgery is typically performed in a hospital or outpatient surgical facility under general anaesthesia. The best reduction surgery includes the following points, which are performed with the utmost care so that the woman undergoing it does not experience any complications.

• This surgery begins by administering anaesthesia to the woman so that she does not experience any discomfort during the procedure.
• A cut around the areola is made as soon as the effect of anaesthesia starts
• Excess fat and tissue on the breast are removed after a cut around the areola. Liposuction is used in the procedure.
• The areola cut is repaired, after the excess fat and tissues from the breast are removed using liposuction.

Doctors use drainage tubes to accomplish this. This is the last step in breast reduction surgery.

Although your surgeon will make every effort to achieve symmetry between your breasts, some variation in breast size and shape may occur. The areola's size may also be reduced. Your incision scars may fade over time, but they will never be completely gone.

What are the risks of Breast Reduction Surgery?

However, breast reduction surgery has filled the lives of many women with happiness and undoubtedly appears to be very beneficial but carries the same risks as any other major surgery including bleeding, infection, and an adverse reaction to the anesthesia. Other potential risks are mentioned below:

• Scarring - Scars in the surgical area are common after breast reduction surgery. The scar is also affected by the woman's health and the type of incision used during the surgery. The marks appear red at first, which can cause swelling, but they fade with time
• Variation in breast size and shape – The symmetry of the nipples may be compromised if they are placed unevenly during surgery. Both breasts can be of different size and shape
• Loss of sensation - Another disadvantage of this procedure is that it reduces the sensitivity of the breasts and nipples. It may last a few months in some women, but it may last longer or become permanent in others. Sometimes surgery can disrupt blood flow to the breast, which can take time to heal and make breastfeeding impossible.

Precaution post breast reduction surgery:

As mentioned above, the risk of infection or other health issues increase significantly after breast reduction surgery. However, if a woman takes some precautions after this, she can reduce these risks.

 If a woman has recently undergone breast reduction surgery, she should take the following precautions to avoid health problems:

• Avoid lifting heavy objects
• Physical exercise should be restricted for two to four weeks while the breasts heal
• Underwire bras should be avoided for a few months after surgery
• Take medicines on time
• Don’t skip follow-up visit

Breast reduction surgery cost:

The cost of breast reduction surgery varies depending on the technique used, surgeons, hospitals, and city. Its price ranges from 90,000 to 1.5 lakhs in Delhi-NCR 

Breast reduction surgery benefits:

Breast reduction surgery that is successful can alleviate pain in your upper back, neck, and shoulders. It may also improve your ability to engage in physical activities and foster a more positive self-image.

Although you will notice immediate results, keep in mind that it can take months for the swelling to subside and the surgical scars to fade. Although breast shape and size can change as a result of factors such as ageing and weight gain or loss, the final result is generally permanent.

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