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How do I prepare for mastoplexy surgery?

Recovering From a Breast Lift

Healing experiences for patients who receive mastoplexy (or breast lift) surgery can vary, but one thing remains the same: It hurts. Here are a few tips to prepare for your down-time after surgery:

Lots of pillows! You won't want to lean too far back for the first week or so.
Keep what you need at arm's length. Buy a bed tray to stash your meds, phone, TV remotes, etc.
Keep soft foods in the house like mashed potatoes, soups, yogurt, ice cream, pudding... You may experience nausea, and be unable to take solid foods for a little while.
Always take your meds on time. You will need them.

Overall, be easy on yourself. And remember not to lift anything heavy for at least a few months after surgery!

Comments

9/16/2007 8:48:02 AM
Jill said:

I found this misleading. I had NO pain whatsoever. To be fair, I had the pain pump for approx. 48 hours so I'm sure that helped. Lift + augmentation, never used pain meds at all.

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