5. The final shape of your new breasts may not be visible for several months up to a year. Some women report that they look boxy or a little unnatural. Your new breasts will take time to settle and drop into a more natural state.
6. You will not be able to sleep on your stomach for at least one month following your breast reduction and lift surgery. At first you may want to sleep on an incline pillow or in a recliner. When you return to sleeping flat on your bed have lots of pillows around to prop up areas that will be sore, like under your arms and upper back.
7. There is an emotional aspect of having smaller breasts. For some, growing up and living a life with larger breasts is how others have defined them (i.e., “that girl with the big breasts”). So when that same interaction or attention is not shown in the same way, it could be difficult for some patients to understand. Have a support system around you to talk about such feelings and issues. Positive reinforcement is key.
Considering A Breast Reduction? Here’s 7 Things You Should Know was originally published on blackdoctor.org
