Luoyang Xiehe Plastic Surgery Hospital: How long does breast augmentation surgery need to recover?

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Luoyang Xiehe Plastic Surgery Hospital: How long does breast augmentation surgery need to recover?

Breast augmentation surgery is a common plastic surgery, which can help women achieve a full and strong chest. Many women will pay attention to one question before choosing breast augmentation surgery: how long will it take to return to normal after the surgery? Let's take a closer look.

Recovery stage after operation

The recovery process after breast augmentation surgery can generally be divided into three stages:

Stage I: 1 week after operation

In the first week after the operation, the patient may feel chest swelling, some pain and discomfort. This is a normal phenomenon, which can generally be alleviated through reasonable rest and medication. At this time, the patient needs to avoid strenuous exercise and lifting objects to keep the chest stable.

Stage II: 1-4 weeks after operation

After entering the second stage, the chest swelling and pain gradually reduced. However, patients still need to avoid strenuous exercise, including running and controlling pectoralis major activities. At this time, the patient needs to pay attention to the care of the wound, keep disinfection and dressing change, and avoid infection.

Stage 3: 4 weeks after operation

In the third stage, chest swelling and pain have been reduced to a negligible degree. The patient can gradually resume normal daily life and exercise, but it is necessary to avoid overwork and strenuous exercise, so as not to affect the recovery effect.

Postoperative precautions

In addition to the above precautions in the recovery phase, women who are preparing for breast augmentation surgery should also pay attention to the following points:

Avoid ultraviolet radiation: the wound after surgery needs a period of time to heal, so try to avoid direct sunlight after surgery to avoid adverse effects on the wound.

Wear appropriate underwear: The chest needs special support and protection after surgery. Choosing appropriate underwear can help alleviate discomfort and keep the shape and position of the breast stable.

Regular return visit: after breast augmentation surgery, patients need to follow the doctor's instructions for regular return visit, timely understand the recovery situation and take corresponding treatment measures.

summary

In general, the recovery time of breast augmentation surgery varies according to individual differences and surgical methods, but it generally takes about 4 weeks to return to normal. During the postoperative recovery period, patients need to follow the doctor's guidance and recommendations, maintain good rest and eating habits, and avoid stimulation and excessive exercise, so as to recover as soon as possible and obtain satisfactory results.