Will you soon be joining the thousands who get a breast augmentation every single year? If so, you probably realize that there is a post-operative process included that will involve plenty of healing.
While planning for the operation is important, it's important to follow the instructions from the surgeon of how to take care of yourself when the surgery is complete.
In order to ensure that the procedure works without any complications, you'll need to take care of yourself and be able to identify any possible issues that may come up while you're at home.
If you are curious about what the post-operative phase is like, consider the following.
The Normal Issues You'll Face You'll have to face some issues while you heal, but the good news is that many side effects are normal and will go away.
It's important to identify what side effects are normal and what issues are alarming and worth calling a doctor.
Some normal issues you'll face are some swelling and bruising after the breast augmentation.
The swelling will make your chest feel firm and look shinier than normal, but this is temporary.
As long as you use your ice packs, the swelling and bruising will decrease in seven to ten days.
You'll also expect some mild to moderate pain after the surgery.
Don't forget to take any pain medication that is prescribed, and you'll find that the pain will go away after a few days as long as you take your medication and limit any major physical activity.
If you're feeling discomfort when you're lying down, try using a heating pad.
Another common issue is the scabbing and crusting along the lines of the incisions.
Using some ointment can reduce the redness and excessive crusting.
As long as you take the time to clean and tend to your incisions, they'll be able to heal properly and not get infected.
Other minor issues include some annoying itching and periods of numbness in your chest, but these nagging problems will go away in time and your body will return to normal.
As long as you're able to take care of yourself and follow directions, you'll be able to recover fully during the postoperative phase.
Thousands of people are able to have a successful breast augmentation every year, and a part of that is because they follow the instructions of how to take care of themselves after the surgery.
Always take your medications and don't try to overextend yourself while your body heals, especially during the first few days.
Make sure you have somebody around who can help you take care of tasks while you rest, especially when the tasks involve heavy lifting.
You'll also want to avoid putting any pressure on your chest while you heal.
If you do think that you're experiencing an issue that is not normal, make sure you call your surgeon and tell them about it.
You don't want to find out later that you have an infection that could've been avoided.