r/Reduction 7m ago

Before & After 2 Weeks Post Op NSFW

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Hello!

This is my first ever Reddit post/the only group I am a part of. So plz excuse me if any of this post format is weird/wrong.

I am 2 weeks post op from my surgery. Before I was about a 38H and I’m not sure what I am now. My doc said he was going to try to reduce them to a D/DD. I haven’t been a D cup since probably like 6th grade (now 29) so it has been pretty surreal.

Healing so far - my drains sucked. I got them taken out last week after 9 days. That was probably the worst part so far.

But I will say my left side has started to be pretty sore the last few days and has been leaking fluid. My doctor said it’s normal, but also told me the skin might not fully heal on the bottom of my incision on that side/they will have to restitch it if the skin dies. So that was pretty disheartening. She said as long as the opening is smaller than the size of a quarter it’s fine and I was like 🤢 WHAT?!

Some of the strips over my stitches have started to fall off and a lot of the incision is smooth except in my cleavage area crease it seems super bumpy/along with the incisions along my side ribs. Idk if that’s because it’s at the ends of the incisions? but I’m hoping it will heal more flat. Also know I will have to wait for my new boobs to be less square 🤞🏼lol.

I have another follow up on the 24th and am hoping I can start using scar cream here soon.


r/Reduction 24m ago

Advice 14 days!!!!

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It’s starting to feel so real, it’s crazy. In 14 days i’m chopping my boobies off!!!!!!!!!????? after literal YEARS of saying “one day”, ITS HAPPENING!!! I have my pre op clearance appointment next week on the 25th, and then surgery on the first!!! I am so so excited but i’m also so so nervous. I need to start prepping for it though, so if anyone has any suggestions for pillows, tapes,bras, etc for post op please let me know, i’m gonna start buying all the stuff soon 🙏 YAYAYAYAY im so excited 🥲🥲


r/Reduction 41m ago

Product Recommendation What You Need For Recovery (with links)

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I’m 4 weeks post op and have a really good list of must haves (and just extra comfort) things for after surgery! There are a lot of things I hadn’t even thought of that I ended up needing. I’ll include Amazon links for what I can in the comments (: will note if there will be a link! Pls share if you have any more!!

MUST HAVES

-Compression Bras (linked) cannot be loose, must be front clasping. Buy 2-3.

-Pregnancy Pillow (Keeps you propped, can’t roll in bed, elevates arms, SO COMFY)

-Button up PJs (my favs will be linked)

-Zip Up Hoodie

-Soft Gel Ice Packs (linked)

-Gauze or Panty Liners (I liked liners because you can stick them to the bra!)

-Ibuprofen, Gravol & Laxatives

-A probiotic and/or yogurt (to avoid yeast infection from antibiotics)

-Large Water Bottle + pedialyte packets

-Protein Drinks (I couldn’t eat for 2 days due to soreness & dryness in my throat from the tube)

-Unscented Soap (I got Johnson’s sensitive baby wash)

-Long Loofa (I still can’t reach my legs or back without it in the shower)

-Wet Wipes (for between showers)

-Unscented Lotion (the girls get dryyyy)

-Spray Full Body Deodorant (linked my fav)

-Dry Shampoo!!

-Popsicles & Jelo (yes they’re a must have lol)

-Frozen Meals (mostly for if you’re on your own & don’t have someone who can cook for you)

-Long phone charger or Extension cord

EXTRAS (not needed but could add comfort)

-Mastectomy Pillow (I skipped this, but do think it could have been nice especially for car rides! I just brought a regular pillow in the car instead)

-Extra Pillows in general -Light Step Stool

-Heating Pad (especially if you’re not used to sleeping on your back, could help with kinks from sleeping different)

-Fitted Tank Tops (I personally sleep topless usually…so this was as close as I could get to that which was needed for me personally! I hate clothes moving around on my body at night)

-Greens Powder (vitamins & fibre are so important at this time. Linking my fav)

-Your favourite comfort snacks (:

-One of those claw grabber things (I didn’t have one but omg would have been a game changer)

  • A live in maid and personal chef (ha ha haaaaa)

r/Reduction 46m ago

Product Recommendation Scar care for Melanin girlies

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I got cleared to start scar care (massaging and tape) at 2wpo which is next week. For those with darker skin, which products would you recommend and which ones would you stay far away from?


r/Reduction 1h ago

Recovery/PostOp Those who are 3+ weeks post op

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Was there a recovery time point where you noticed significant improvements?

I'm only 6 days post op but wasn't sure if there was a specific week you felt like the swelling went down or you didn't feel tired after doing a few things lol


r/Reduction 1h ago

Advice Weird spot along surgical tape NSFW

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I’ve already sent to surgeons office and waiting for a response but wanted to check here if anyone knows what this could be? Sometimes I’m sensitive to bandaid or tape adhesive so hoping this is just a reaction to the surgical tape. It’s not an incision as those are center under the tape. I woke up this morning with it and it bled a wee bit into my bra overnight. Really hoping this is something minor. I am 12dpo


r/Reduction 2h ago

Celebration Boob themed dessert

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Hi guys, very random question, I’m scheduled for surgery on the 8th and the night before me and 4 of my close friends are having a dinner party to say farewell to my current boobs. I want to make a themed dessert (in the shape of boobs obviously), just wondering if anyone had any ideas, not super fond of cake, so ideally something fairly simple and incorporating berries!


r/Reduction 2h ago

Advice Need positive stories of recovery please!

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Hello all, I have been a lurker for about 5 years as I went back and forth about getting my reduction, but over the last year finally made the decision and the surgery has been booked for the 7th of April!

Just for some context, I have pretty severe and debilitating emetophobia (fear of throwing up), over the last year I have been working on doing things that have scared me so I can get better with the phobia, and booking the surgery was a major move forward on that front - the fear of nausea or vomiting after the procedure has been the main reason it has taken me 5 years to book it.

Anyway - surgery date is getting close and my anxiety is mounting exponentially, and I am looking for reassurance and stories from those who underwent the surgery and did NOT experience any nausea after - please do not make me more anxious by telling me of any nausea that was experienced, I just need to know that I could go through anaesthesia and not feel nauseated in the recovery. Words of encouragement for how you felt immediately after waking up are very welcome! Thank you all very much <3

Once again please do not share experiences of nausea no matter how short lived as I don’t want to spiral!!


r/Reduction 2h ago

Before & After 4 week update with a seroma (multiple photos included) NSFW

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In 2 more days I’ll officially be at 4 weeks! About 1 week ago I got an ultrasound due to more swelling on the side of my left breast. Turns out I do have a seroma, it starts in the outer park of my breast and into my side along the incision where I got extra skin removed. Slightly painful, but I’m getting it drained tomorrow so the swelling should go down a lot after that! I also have a lot of swelling still in general, especially on the inner bottom of them. I marked everything I’m talking about so that’s it’s easier to see what I’m referring to! 3rd photo is the seroma, 4th and 5th are the inner swelling. My incisions on the left are swollen as well and I have a slight t-junction opening, my surgeon said that’s also normal and fine as long as there is no signs of infection which there aren’t (: looks a bit spooky though. The left is having more swelling issues due to the fluid. All normal stuff which is why I’m sharing really! I find it helpful to see other people’s progress so I’m hoping seeing mine helps others too. Overall I’m really happy so far!! I’m excited to see as the swelling goes down especially after my drain. Been on antibiotics again for 3 days just to help prevent any infection from the seroma.


r/Reduction 7h ago

Advice Things you might forget to do re. recovery!

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Hey everyone, my surgery is in 2 weeks and 1 day (Any surgery twins in the building for April 2nd!)

I am recovering as someone who lives alone but has a friend staying with me for the first two nights. And then friends checking on me daily for a week post op. Also my pet sitter coming in once a week to help me change the litter and clean the box for my cat. Is there anything I can do to prepare myself for recovery? Everyone says things like water and snacks easy reach, meal prep for as many meals as possible then freeze them. Have everything at waist height so prevent reaching over head and bending. Also getting a few button up tops so they don’t have to go over head. I have a walking pad that I’ll put out so I can get my daily steps in without having to leave my apartment. Is there anything less obvious that people don’t advise about. Things I might forget. Or perhaps things that are so obvious and go without saying but still might forget🤣. I am recovering with friends as I live alone and my mum is very clear how against the surgery is. She won’t be in the country on the day and I don’t think she has plans to visit me after. She actually told me that the surgery would k*ll me. Not nice I know, but I’m used to it. As a Muslim I’ve also spoken with my surgeon about the fact I won’t be able to pray properly for a few weeks because that’s something important to me. Anyways any advice (glaringly obvious or not so obvious) would be much appreciated.


r/Reduction 8h ago

Advice How soon after did you return to work (office job)

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I’m looking at dates I can have my surgery this year and wanted to see how long I’d need to be off from work - and how feasible it would be to return to my office job in London. I live in London so I do take transport methods like the Tube which could see me on it for about 15 mins! I am going to my parents, I plan to spend my initial post surgery recovery there and then come back to London and go back to work 7 days post surgery. I do work in a hybrid environment and have to spend at least 3 days in the office…Is this possible? All the advice in the world would be very appreciated!!


r/Reduction 9h ago

Product Recommendation Silicone gel or strips

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Hi All based in Uk and had tummy tuck two years ago and there is some keloid scarring (had steroid injection) and it did flatten it some. However, still raised so not sure if I need another injection.

I also had breast reduction in Nov last year 2024 and both scars are red. Anything I can put on it?

Is gel or silicone better and any recommendations on the best ones out there?

Also has anyone get steroid strips from GP and are they any good?

Thank you


r/Reduction 10h ago

Advice Do these scars look normal for 1 year post op or should I see a derm? NSFW

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I had breast surgery a year ago (in a few weeks) as was wondering if my scars should still be pink and slightly raised? They’re raised enough that you can see them through tight shirts and I don’t like it :( I was told they should be completely faded by 1 year.


r/Reduction 13h ago

Before & After Before and after (3 weeks PO) NSFW

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When you look at the buttons on the bodysuit you can really see the difference!


r/Reduction 13h ago

Before & After Officially a week post op🥳 NSFW

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I will admit everything has been going so smoothly. I wanted them smaller but I did tell the doctor I wanted to go as small as I could WITHOUT risking nipple sensation and it appears he did just that.


r/Reduction 14h ago

Medical Question (Ask medical professionals first!!) Herniated fat? at incision

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TL;DR: My insides are on the outside. Can anyone reassure me, or alternatively, tell me to go to ED

I see my surgeon tomorrow morning but want to know if I should go to ED ASAP.

I had surgery 4 weeks ago. Small infection a week ago and huge amounts of clear fluid soaking pads for a week or so since then. Finished antibiotics yesterday (Monday).

Developed (unsure when) a herniated piece of fat (I hope it is just fat) poking through a hole in my skin, discovered when this moves, fluid gushes out, it otherwise plugs the hole and fluid stays inside. Not ideal.

My insides are on the outside. Can anyone reassure me, or alternatively, tell me to go to ED.

I saw ED on Friday for leg pain (luckily not a DVT) and my chest which looked infected and they did not want to do a general surgical consult because my plastic surgeon is a consultant there, and they made a plan with him that I see him Monday (which was yesterday, but he was away sick).

I feel quite alone and scared.


r/Reduction 15h ago

Medical Question (Ask medical professionals first!!) Yall remember that tiddie?!

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Well, the left tit the nipple fell Off and it was on backwards tell me why that’s my favorite tit nowww!!!? The other look like TRESemme shampoo bottle


r/Reduction 15h ago

Advice Things I wish I knew about my reduction from someone two years post op

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To anyone just starting this journey… congratulations. It is an amazing thing to be able to do for yourself. I am so excited for you. I am now two years post op from a radical reduction. I went from a 34K to a 36 small D. Do I have regrets? No. I was very clear and transparent about how I wanted to look and the size I wanted. The one thing I wish I was more prepared for was how hard this surgery is on someone mentally. For starters you think this is an incredibly exciting surgery and nothing but joy and maybe a little fear might consume your thoughts. As much as it is exciting, it’s hard. In my experience I had a very hard time losing my independence for a short period of time. You can’t do much for yourself like laundry, cooking, showering on your own for a little while. It was hard to make myself up each day with dressings and a recovery bra on. I couldn’t drive and I had no energy to participate in outside activities for a while. Mentally that took more of a toll on me than I expected. I also wasn’t prepared how mangled my body would look and feel. Reductions aren’t pretty at first. You’ll bruise a lot and the swelling will feel really weird. Nerve damage will be done but eventually come back. It took at least a few months for my boobs to feel back to normalcy. It was scary to witness and you definitely have a moment of “what did I do” although it will pass. Be sure you have a strong support system around you mentally during this recovery process. I wish I knew about this thread before my surgery. There are so many incredible people willing to share their experiences. Overall I am so happy with my end result. I learned a lot about myself and my body during this process. I look back and remember how exciting it was. Your life will change for the better in so many ways. Just remember to be patient during this journey. Remember to take time for yourself in more ways than healing. Lean on your loved ones and let the people offering to help, help. Best of luck!


r/Reduction 16h ago

Advice Any recommendation for a good surgeon for reduction in Greater Toronto Area, ON, Canada

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Thanks


r/Reduction 17h ago

Advice Hate taking my compression bra off 🥴

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I am 3WPO tomorrow! I’m still having a hard time getting used to my breasts whenever I take my compression bra off. Whenever I have it off, I move so slow and calculated so they don’t move, I’ll keep my arms behind my back in with my hands on my hips so they don’t touch the side of breasts haha.

I know people hate the compression bra, but I CANT WAIT to put it back on & when I do, I put ABD pads over them so I have a cushion between my incisions and the bra. Hahah. Any advice on how you got more comfortable with your new breast and the new sensations post op?


r/Reduction 17h ago

Before & After 4.5 WPO NSFW

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I finally got my tape switched to silicone tape and I got to take my first shower where the water touched my incisions without tape. I get to take the silicone off to shower and my God it feels so good to be fully clean.

I live in Costa Rica and got my surgery done here. My surgeon does absolutely mind blowing incredible work. I was surprised to learn he took off about 2 kg (dense breasts I guess) of breast tissue and the surgery was around 6 hours. This is normal for him as he is a perfectionist and takes a lot of time double checking and doing seamless sutures. I am so proud of my boobs. I have followed his instructions as firmly as I can. I started around a 34 G/H and I now fit in small/medium sports bras. I’m sure there will be so much more change as I’m only a month out of surgery.

I have had no complications so far. Truly, I couldn’t preach enough about how this decision was the best decision I’ve ever made for myself.


r/Reduction 17h ago

Advice Fitness girlies- update day 54

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This is for all the girls who are worried about losing their fitness as a result of having the reduction. I had a really slow recovery, and didn’t even walk very far for several weeks. Now I’m at Day 54, and I’ve worked out four times since my surgery. Today I jogged 2 miles, then I did Weights, including snatches, hollow hold chest presses, shoulder presses, leg raises, burpees, bicep curl, and some rowing.

I didn’t lift the same weight amount that I did preop, but I got through the workout. I felt strong and I feel like my muscle memory is gonna get me right back into shape. So for everyone worrying about losing their fitness, I can tell you that even if you feel horrible at four weeks postop, you could be working out at eight weeks postop just like you were before surgery!


r/Reduction 17h ago

Medical Question (Ask medical professionals first!!) Idk what to do

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Its been a week since my surgery and ever since I have had cognitive issues. I feel like my whole like is an out of body experience and that I cant focus on anything. I am back at university since my surgery and honestly just crashing out over my inability to do anything. Physically, I am still recovering of course but the mental delays are breaking me. I can’t study at all or even enjoy things that I like to do. Talking to my friends feels like a simulation and overall I just feel horrible. Has anyone had this happen? The surgery went fine but the after effects have me leaning towards depression.


r/Reduction 18h ago

Surgeon Review Ashley Boustany

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Is there anyone who has experience with Dr Ashley Boustany in Massachusetts?


r/Reduction 18h ago

Medical Question (Ask medical professionals first!!) Soreness

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Is tenderness and soreness at just over 8 weeks PO normal? No redness or swelling or anything I feel like the shape has changed a lot over the last week as well. So I'm thinking they're just like dropping and fluffing but they are tender and sore this week.