Breast Reduction in Turkiye

Breast reduction surgery at partner hospitals in Turkiye.

About Breast Reduction

Breast reduction removes excess breast fat, gland tissue and skin, and moves the nipple to a higher position. The operation is done under general anaesthetic and takes 2 to 3 hours.

People often consider it because large breasts cause back, shoulder or neck pain, or make exercise difficult.

Who it may suit

Large breasts causing discomfort or limiting activity.
Your weight, general health and whether you smoke are taken into account.
It can make breastfeeding impossible in future, so think about future pregnancies.

How long you'll stay in Turkiye

You'll usually stay in hospital for 1 or 2 nights. The NHS advises not flying for 5 to 7 days after breast surgery.

Recovery & aftercare

Typical timings. Your doctor will give you a personal plan.

1 to 2 nights: In hospital.
2 to 3 weeks: Time off work.
Up to 6 weeks: Avoid stretching, strenuous exercise and heavy lifting. Full recovery takes 2 to 6 weeks.
Several weeks: Don't drive until wearing a seatbelt is no longer painful.
Around 3 months: Swelling settles and you can see the final shape.

Once you're home

Wear your compression or support garment for as long as the surgeon advises.
Walk little and often from the first days to help prevent blood clots, but avoid heavy lifting and strenuous exercise until you're told it's safe.
Keep your wounds clean and dry, and follow the clinic's instructions on showering and dressings.
Arrange for someone to help you at home for the first days after you return.
Call 999 for chest pain, breathlessness, or pain and swelling in one leg. Contact the clinic about increasing pain, redness, discharge or a fever.
Book a GP appointment after you return, and bring your operation notes.

Risks to know about

Every procedure carries risks. These are some of the main ones. The treating doctor will explain the risks that apply to you before you give your consent.

General risks of any operation: bleeding, infection, a blood clot in the legs or lungs, and a reaction to the anaesthetic.
Thick scarring, and uneven breasts or nipples.
Wound healing problems, and loss of nipple sensation.
Being permanently unable to breastfeed.
Loss of blood supply to the nipple, and bleeding under the skin.

Frequently asked questions

Can I breastfeed after a breast reduction?

You may not be able to. Breast reduction can make breastfeeding permanently impossible, so discuss future plans with the surgeon.

How long until I see the result?

Swelling can last around 3 months; you'll see the final shape once it has settled.

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