Early recovery period
After a successful operation, the patient is sent to a ward for a period of one to three days in a hospital. At this time, postoperative complications can be noticed. For example, bleeding or a reaction to anesthesia. However, with stable good health and a rapid recovery process, discharge may take place earlier.
During the first three days after mammoplasty, the patient remains in the hospital to monitor early postoperative complications.
Further recovery occurs at home. It is very important to follow all doctor’s recommendations during this period to avoid late adverse effects.
The final result of the operation can be assessed in a few months.
During the first hours, the patient must be brought out of anesthesia. At first it may seem that the breasts are a little larger than planned, but after some time the swelling begins to subside and the desired size is acquired. There will be fresh stitches on the body, so the attending physician will prescribe painkillers.
After mammoplasty, patients may experience periodic chest pain for six months.
This is considered the norm. The development of pain is associated with the location of implants near nerve endings or near the surface of the ribs.Discomfort most often disappears on its own and does not require special rehabilitation.
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As a result, the pain becomes insignificant and is reduced to slight discomfort. Every other day, the doctor examines the stitches, makes a bandage and gives the patient recommendations for favorable healing.
Discomfort and pain after surgery will be more intense if the implant is installed under the muscle; they usually last 10-12 days.
Sometimes after surgery you may experience difficulty breathing. This is due to a very tight bandage that is applied to avoid displacement of the implants and the correct formation of the future bust.
Repeated mammoplasty
Repeated mammoplasty is a surgical intervention that is performed when the desired result is not achieved after the first procedure or due to loss of shape of the mammary glands over time.
The first days may be a little difficult to get out of bed on your own, but already on the 3rd day you will begin to feel better.
With a stable normal temperature, good health and the absence of primary complications, the patient is discharged home. The surgeon must give complete instructions on rehabilitation after mammoplasty, lifestyle and prescribe the necessary medications. After this, the next, home rehabilitation period begins.
For one or two weeks, a special medical bra will be placed on the chest, which cannot be unfastened during this time. Short water treatments will be allowed only after it is removed. Such measures are necessary to keep the breast in the desired position, eliminate its mechanical damage and reduce pain.
The first week you need to be very careful and attentive to your breasts. If any unexpected symptoms appear, you should immediately report them to your doctor.
During the same week, it is prohibited to play sports or carry heavy objects. In addition, activities that raise blood pressure and increase heart rate are not allowed. It is recommended to rest more, lie on your back.
How long does it take for a stitch to heal?
After breast surgery, special attention should be paid to the stitches .
They are treated with iodine, and after ten days, if there are no complications, they are removed. They heal differently, some do not cause any trouble, while others are forced to see the doctor again. Repeated sutures are applied after a mastectomy if the suturing site swells, pulls, diverges and does not heal. The rapid healing of wounds depends on the progress of the operation, the location of the tumor and the degree of its development, the qualifications of the surgeon and the adherence to his recommendations.
If the stitch does not heal, you need to wear special underwear, apply dressings, avoid hypothermia and overheating, and treat the wound with antiseptics, anti-inflammatory and healing ointments.
Rehabilitation in the first months after mammoplasty
The bust may not look its best at first. Experienced plastic surgeons often fill the upper part of the breast implant with “extra” volume. Under the influence of gravity, the internal tissues of the breast silently fall down, filling the lower part with the required volume and the breast takes on a natural shape. You can see the new form no earlier than in two months.
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The duration of rehabilitation after mammoplasty is influenced by various factors: method of administration, age, size of sutures, health and personal characteristics.
Many patients are frightened by the density of the mammary glands; this does not give the desired naturalness to the touch. The mammary glands are dense due to edema. After 1.5–2 months, severe swelling subsides, the breasts become soft and mobile. In addition, during this time the central nervous system adapts to the implants.
After mammoplasty, your lifestyle will undergo some changes. If the patient’s work does not involve physical labor, then after a week it will be possible to return to it.
After the sutures are removed, it is advisable to eat a certain way and maintain a light daily routine in order to avoid increases in blood pressure and blood clotting disorders. Most often, women take time off during this time so that the rehabilitation period can take place in the most comfortable, home environment.
Consequences
The patient may experience several discomforts.
Pain
Tolerable, but unpleasant sensations may occur at first. The pain syndrome is easily relieved with painkillers.
Edema
It is this syndrome that causes the greatest discomfort. Depending on personal indicators, the mammary gland itself and even the abdominal area may swell. Minor swelling will subside within a few weeks, after which the new breasts can be assessed.
To reduce swelling, you will have to wear compression underwear constantly, do not overheat, and monitor the amount of fluid consumed.
Bruises and bruises
Rarely appear. It happens in women with sensitive, thin skin. Special absorbable ointments can easily get rid of such troubles.
Since mammoplasty is a serious surgical operation, the doctor prescribes various medications for the first time of rehabilitation.
When to see a doctor
Swelling is not always an expected and normal reaction, so its character must be carefully monitored, the operated area must be inspected daily, and the general condition must be monitored. There are several factors to be wary of:
- Changes on the skin. This may be cyanosis or redness, the appearance of a small rash, or local compaction.
- Continued increase in swelling a week after mammoplasty.
- Purulent discharge from under surgical sutures.
- Fever and chills.
- Constant burning sensation in the chest after mammoplasty, which did not go away within a week.
It is not necessary to show all the signs. One is enough to go for an unscheduled inspection.
Medicines
To ensure favorable healing of the suture and prevent inflammatory processes, patients may be prescribed a course of antibacterial therapy.
Taking antibiotics can negatively affect the functioning of some body systems; such treatment is usually combined with antihistamines, nystin, and vitamin therapy. At the discretion of the doctor, the course of tablets can be increased.
To make the recovery process after mammoplasty comfortable, the surgeon may prescribe the following remedies:
- Painkillers. It will help women with low pain tolerance. Pain after surgery is standard and occurs due to stretching of the internal breast tissue. There are medications that relieve swelling and other syndromes, but the pricing policy for such drugs is much higher.
- Hormonal ointments.
In case of illness or special recommendations, the doctor may prescribe a course of drugs in this direction.
Caring for stitches and breast skin
Sutures are removed a few days after mammoplasty. This procedure and the first dressings are done by the doctor himself. However, some surgeons use absorbable suture material, so there is no need to remove sutures.
You will still have to come for a consultation on the healing process. The doctor explains how to care for the suture. It is advisable to use tinctures with alcohol, but ointments are prohibited for 20 days.
To avoid the appearance of a bright scar and swelling, it is better to use special regenerating ointments. It should be remembered that the use of such ointments is allowed several weeks after surgery. It is recommended to use them together with a light chest massage.
Compression garments after mammoplasty
Mammoplasty is a surgical intervention, so the patient needs a rehabilitation period.
This will help avoid sealing the seams and give the breasts the correct shape. The massage technique must be shown by the doctor himself and his instructions must be followed exactly.
During the initial period of rehabilitation, the following cosmetics should absolutely not be used:
- Stimulants that contain mint, menthol, pine needles.
- Fixed oils.
- Aggressive body scrubs.
- Creams with a high content of chemicals and fragrances.
If the patient wants to have beautiful breasts without stretch marks, it is necessary to take care of the bust even after the recovery period. Special serums and lotions will help moisturize and nourish the skin of the breast. Scrubs will improve blood microcirculation. It is recommended to periodically use stretch mark creams and do salon or home wraps.
After breast surgery, it is necessary to wear special compression garments (bandage) to avoid complications. The period of these measures is always individual.
Removal of the band will depend on the healing process of the breast. Some people can comfortably wear regular underwear within a month, but for some this process can take up to a year. But you should not remove compression garments before the first month.
Augmentation mammoplasty
Augmentation mammoplasty is a type of plastic surgery to enlarge the breast and correct its shape.
If, after a doctor’s examination, you were allowed to switch to regular underwear, you should carefully choose it and pay attention to the following recommendations:
- The shape of the cups follows the shape of the new mammary glands.
- The fabric is natural and hypoallergenic.
- The underwires are elastic and do not compress the breasts.
- The straps are wide enough to distribute the load evenly.
- The new underwear is comfortable and does not rub your chest.
For six months you should not wear bras without straps or with a push-up effect. This can lead to breast deformities or other complications. To avoid sagging breasts, it is recommended to go without a bra only after complete healing.
Why complications arise
Every woman planning breast surgery must study the list of possible complications. On the Internet you can find many unpleasant photos that cause serious doubts. That is why we pay special attention to the topic of problems that a plastic surgeon’s patient may encounter, as well as ways to prevent and treat them.
Doctors at the GALAXY Beauty Institute use the most modern equipment, high-quality medications and consumables, as well as modern, advanced implants that do not have the disadvantages of earlier models. All our services and consumables, including consultations with specialists before and after the intervention, implants, stay in the ward, anesthesia and compression garments, are included in the price. Still, complications after surgery are possible, although their risk is minimal.
Complications may occur due to:
- individual characteristics of the body and its unpredictable reactions;
- non-compliance with doctor's recommendations after surgery.
Even if a problem has arisen, it can be dealt with, especially if you address this issue right away.
IMPORTANT! If something bothers you after surgery, you need to see a doctor as soon as possible!
Recommendations after mammoplasty
Regeneration of the body is always accompanied by a number of restrictions. Breast surgery is no exception.
For the first two weeks, a woman is prohibited from lifting weights of more than 2 kg, raising her arms, or making sudden movements or bending. You will also have to postpone long trips, flights and housework for this time. While taking medications, you must avoid drinking alcohol.
An important aspect of rehabilitation is proper sleep. For the first week you will only have to sleep on your back. Then, if there is no pain, you can sleep on your side.
Breast implants
Breast implants are shells made of silicone, which contain a water-salt solution or a special gel filler.
Sleeping on your stomach is allowed a month after mammoplasty. In addition, during the recovery period it is forbidden to have sex, as a woman’s blood pressure may rise and her pulse may increase, which will lead to unwanted complications.
You will have to give up baths and saunas for several months, because the implant heats up and cools down more slowly than the rest of the body. Swimming and taking baths are also not recommended for the first months. You can shower gently 4–5 days after surgery.
A solarium is especially prohibited for the first 2-3 months. You will be able to sunbathe 3-4 months after the stitches have healed using a cream with a high level of protection. Such measures are necessary to avoid the occurrence of capsular contracture and unwanted pigmentation of the suture.
Sports and fitness activities
After mammoplasty, you will have to reduce physical activity. This will promote tissue restoration and eliminate unwanted complications.
During the first week, the desire to play sports will most likely not appear due to pain and discomfort in movements. Physical activity should be introduced gradually, carefully developing the muscles. But you should start working on the chest muscles only after 3-4 months.
After a month or two, you can begin working with dumbbells weighing up to 2 kg. You should forget about swimming, stretching, and abdominal exercises for several months after mammoplasty. It is not recommended to engage in technically complex sports (kickboxing, rock climbing, yoga, tennis, etc.) for six months.
It should be noted that during rehabilitation you can only play sports in a sports or regular, but tight bra.
There are a lot of recommendations and restrictions for the rehabilitation period after breast augmentation, but all these measures are necessary for the successful recovery of the body. If you carefully follow all the doctor’s recommendations and wishes, you will soon be able to return to your normal lifestyle.
Limits of postoperative norm
Throughout the recovery period, the woman must follow all the recommendations of the plastic surgeon. This will minimize all possible risks.
Of course, postoperative complications cannot be avoided completely. For example, about a week after the intervention the patient will experience noticeable pain . Such discomfort is normal and can be eliminated with specially selected analgesics.
You cannot do without bruises and swelling - they are an acceptable consequence after mammoplasty if they are not accompanied by severe pain and an increase in body temperature.
To control the situation, it is necessary to regularly visit a plastic surgeon throughout the entire rehabilitation period.
