Breast Reduction Surgery
Your discomfort will improve rapidly over the first two weeks after breast reduction surgery. Aerobic exercises can begin at this time provided heavy lifting is not involved. At four weeks after your breast reduction surgery any lifting activity including heavier exercises with the upper extremity would be acceptable. Your surgeon will advise you on wearing a bra. Scar massage is encouraged at about two weeks after surgery until the scars are soft and faded. The final results of your breast reduction will appear over the next few months as breast shape and position continue to settle. Incision lines are permanent, but will continue to fade over time. You should expect to see your doctor for another visit in 3 weeks and again in 3 months after your breast reduction surgery.
You will return to your plastic surgeon's office for follow-up care at designated intervals to evaluate your progress.