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Is breast reduction surgery safe
Is breast reduction surgery safe even for people with extreme anxiety disorder or is it better to avoid it
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Go for anxiety management first
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Breast reduction surgery (reduction mammoplasty) is a major surgical procedure, but it is considered highly safe when performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon. For a patient with an extreme anxiety disorder, the 'safety' isn't just about the physical surgery, but also about the psychological impact of the recovery process.
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The 'Pre-Op' Clearance: "A mandatory step for you would be a joint consultation between your Surgeon and your Psychiatrist. This ensures that your anxiety is well-managed before surgery and that the medical team has a specific 'anxiety management plan' for your hospital stay."
Physical Therapy Trial: "If your goal is to reduce pain and you are hesitant about surgery due to anxiety, try 3 to 6 months of targeted physical therapy and core strengthening exercises first. This can sometimes alleviate the symptoms enough to delay the need for surgery."
Medical Evaluation: "Undergo a full medical check-up, including a mammogram or breast ultrasound, to ensure there are no underlying breast tissue issues before planning any reduction."
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To discuss how we can manage your anxiety during the surgical window and to review the 'risk vs. benefit' specifically for your clinical profile, please book a full consultation session via my Practo profile."
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Breast reduction surgery can be safely done even in people with anxiety when properly evaluated and planned, and many patients actually feel much more confident and comfortable afterwards connect with me once, I’ll guide you clearly regarding safety, expectations and the right next step.
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It’s safe but it’s better to avoid it . Do exercise
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
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6 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Do connect and consult
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