Introduction
Breast Reduction can be a life changing surgery for women and is both aesthetic and reconstructive at the same time: it uplifts the huge breasts which normally undergo sagging with increase in size and relieves the patient of neck pain, painful bra straps, back pain and repeated infections under the breasts.
However, patients need to know what measures are needed after the surgery to ensure that recovery is smooth and most comfortable. With this idea in mind, let us look into the Breast Reduction Recovery Kit.
Essential Items
Medicines
A couple of medicines might be prescribed to women undergoing breast reduction, most commonly these are –
Antibiotics – These are required so at to prevent infection following surgery.
Pain Killers – Breast Reduction is a major procedure and the postoperative period can be painful, therefore pain killers are used liberally in the postoperative period so as to lessen pain.
Sedatives – Patients who are having problems sleeping after surgery may be recommended sedatives to help with sleep.
Antacids – Some patients can develop hyperacidity in the postoperative period, they are prescribed antacids which are also essential with pain killers.
Sports Bra
A sports bra is recommended in the postoperative period as it provides support to the healing breasts. It helps in reducing swelling which occurs after surgery and also aids in maintaining proper blood circulation to the breasts which is important in the healing process.
Ice Packs
Ice packs are extremely important in the postoperative phase. The numbing effect of the ice packs helps in reducing pain and also assists in reducing inflammation. It is important that patients store enough ice packs in the fridge so these can be used continuously.
Loose Clothing
Comfortable loose fit clothing which do not require arms to be lifted up during wearing are recommended such as loose tops or button down shirts.
Other Items
Scar Modifying Gels
Scar Modifying Gels which contain Silicone are important. These gels should be massaged over the scars once healing is complete. These help in making a scar more aesthetic and less conspicuous.
Pillows
Special pillows which redistribute weight and thereby help with sleep can also be added to the above list.
