We often hear about breast augmentation. In fact, it's the most popular cosmetic surgery[1]! Yet, thousands of women (and men) have breast reduction surgery every year.
The chest is an important part of the silhouette. Women can feel self-conscious or unbalanced when it is too small, but also when it is too large.
Many women with breast enlargement feel uncomfortable in their skin and live with pain. Some endure this for years before taking action.
In this article, we will talk to you in detail about breast reduction.
Why do women want to reduce their breast size?
If you have large breasts, you know how uncomfortable and even painful they can be. Your breasts can be so heavy that they can even be detrimental to your health.
Indeed, breast hypertrophy is known to cause problems such as:
Back and shoulder pain
Difficulty sleeping
Irritations under the breasts
Difficulty finding clothes
Pain when running
Sagging breasts
Bra marks on the shoulders
Discomforts of all kinds
These pains and problems lead many women to want to reduce the size of their breasts.
What does breast reduction surgery involve?
During breast reduction surgery, the surgeon will carefully remove excess tissue. If necessary, he or she may lift and reposition sagging breasts.
It's difficult to predict the size your breasts will be after surgery, but your surgeon will listen to you to get as close as possible to your expectations. They'll also consider your body shape to ensure your breasts maintain a natural appearance.
The surgery is performed under complete anesthesia and lasts on average 2 and a half hours.
Do not hesitate to talk to your surgeon about the risks of such surgery.
What steps should be taken?
You will have an initial consultation with your surgeon. You will have the opportunity to discuss any concerns you may have about your breasts. He will ask you questions about your health and examine your breasts before explaining the technique that will be used during the procedure.
Before surgery, your surgeon will ask you to provide a preoperative assessment including a mammogram to check for any contraindications.
And after the operation?
Breast reduction surgery remains a medical procedure that carries certain risks. You may experience nipple desensitization and be unable to breastfeed (although this is very rare). It all depends on the technique used. In any case, it is advisable to wait until you have finished your family before undergoing this surgery.
You may experience minor bruising and minor pain. You will be asked to rest and avoid lifting or raising your arms.
Generally, women are able to resume physical activity after a few weeks, but it is best to follow your surgeon's instructions.
Also note that following surgery, it may take up to a year for your breasts to reach their final shape. Please be patient. Furthermore, since breasts remain natural, they remain sensitive to hormonal changes and can therefore fluctuate according to your cycles. You should also take into account that breast reduction surgery leaves scars. By following the instructions, these will fade and become less visible.
Why choose Tunisia for your surgery?
In Quebec, breast reduction is covered by the RAMQ when a minimum of 250 grams of weight needs to be removed from each breast. However, the waiting list can be long. Such a procedure is expectedly very expensive.
In Tunisia, we take care of your breast reduction, regardless of the weight to be removed from each breast, without waiting in line and at competitive prices.