How painful is breast augmentation surgery?

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How painful is breast augmentation surgery?

Breast augmentation surgery is a common plastic surgery, mainly through the implantation of prosthesis or autologous fat to increase the size of the chest. For many women, postoperative pain is one of their biggest concerns. The pain degree of breast augmentation surgery is introduced from different angles.

Preoperative preparation and pain prevention

Before breast augmentation surgery, the doctor will understand the patient's health status and expected results in detail, and explain the surgical process and postoperative recovery to them. The doctor may advise the patient to stop some drugs that may increase the pain of the operation, such as aspirin, non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, etc. In addition, preoperative physical examination and tests will ensure that the patient has no other potential health problems.

During surgery, doctors usually choose to use general anesthesia to ensure that patients are safe and painless during surgery. The use of anesthesia can greatly reduce the pain of surgery.

Time and degree of postoperative pain

After breast augmentation surgery, patients may feel a certain degree of pain and discomfort. This usually lessens gradually within a few days after surgery. The degree of pain after surgery varies from person to person, but most patients can relieve pain through the use of pain relievers and rest. However, it should be noted that some discomfort, such as swelling, pressure and tension, may occur during the postoperative recovery, but these are normal phenomena.

In the initial stage of recovery, the patient may feel pain and discomfort. Within a day or two after surgery, patients may need to rely on painkillers to relieve pain. As time goes on, patients' pain usually gradually decreases, but everyone's recovery speed is slightly different.

Effective ways to relieve pain

After breast augmentation surgery, patients can take some measures to relieve pain. First, take the painkillers prescribed by the doctor in time. These drugs can help control postoperative pain, but they should be used according to the doctor's recommendations to avoid abuse.

Secondly, patients need to have a full rest and follow the recovery suggestions of doctors. This includes avoiding strenuous exercise, lifting heavy objects, and using special support bras. These measures help to alleviate pain and promote wound healing.

Finally, cold compress is also a way to relieve the pain of surgery. Within a few days after the operation, the patient can gently apply a cold bag or ice bag to the chest to reduce swelling and pain.

Summary

The pain level of breast augmentation surgery varies from person to person, but generally speaking, the use of general anesthesia can reduce the pain of surgery. Postoperative pain will gradually reduce over time, but may be accompanied by some discomfort. Patients can relieve their pain by taking painkillers in time, taking adequate rest and cold compress. During postoperative recovery, it is very important to closely follow the doctor's advice and guidance.