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Breast Augmentation Pre and Post-Operative Care

Breast is a complex symbol that relates to a womans femininity, sexuality, and role as a woman and mother. Her attachment to the breasts both physically and psychologically is much more than regarding them as a secondary sexual characteristic. Although not every woman with small breasts seeks augmentation, the ones who do are invariably psychologically & socially uncomfortable with them. hese concerns seem to be well addressed by breast augmentation. hinking to have breast augmentation in Long Island to enhance your features! "reat# But to get successful end results, you must strictly consider the pre and post$operative care which are listed below. Have a look, Pre-operative Care i. Avoid %moking & his is the first and foremost thing to consider. 'f youre a smoker, stop smoking ( weeks prior to your surgery. %moking can decrease the oxygen levels in the blood which may delay healing. ii. Avoid )edications & )edication such as aspirin, *itamin + supplements, anti$ inflammatory agents and more should be avoided two weeks prior to surgery as they may increase the risk of bleeding. iii. Avoid Alcohol & Avoid consuming alcohol three days before surgery. And also ensure that youre well hydrated ,- hours prior to surgery as this decreases the risk of nausea and headaches. Post-operative Care After surgery, youre re.uested to follow the below instructions to avoid future complications. i. /hen you get discharge from hospital, avoid car riding to home which may cause vomit. And when you reach home, find a nice place where you can sleep on your back with the head of the bed elevate to about 01 degree, and settle down. ii. 2ou must not remove your supporting bras unless there is problem or youve been given specific instructions. /ear comfortable front openings and loose clothing at night and in the day.

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'n the first few days after surgery, have plenty of fluids either in the form of water or fresh 3uice. 't is recommended to avoid caffeine and carbonated drinks.

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ake at least one week of bed rest. Avoid working as the body re.uires energy to promote healing. Also, avoid exercises to minimi4e risk of bleeding.

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5ontinue to avoid smoking and alcohol for the first week after surgery. 6ever allow anyone to smoke in your presence, either.

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7emember to take your five day course of antibiotics as prescribed for you post operatively. 'f you feel sick in the first couple of days, avoid taking antibiotics and consult your surgeon.

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After a week of the surgery, consult your board certified plastic surgeon in Long Island to check your condition.

8ollow all the pre and post$operative breast augmentation care and avoid future complications.

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