How long does it take for keyhole top surgery to heal?

How long does it take for keyhole top surgery to heal?

Periareolar and keyhole recipients experience less tissue trauma, while double incision patients will require more extensive recuperation and wound care. It may be 1-2 weeks before you’ll feel comfortable returning to work or school.

How long is numbness after top surgery?

Temporary loss of breast sensation or numbness, which may last up to a year. In about 4-6 weeks, you will be back to all of your normal activities.

Can I get keyhole top surgery?

Keyhole top surgery is only recommended for people with very small chests and tight chest skin. Key information includes: Very few people are good candidates for keyhole top surgery because no excess skin is removed.

Can I keep my nipples after top surgery?

If your breast size is small, you might be able to have surgery that spares your skin, nipple and areola (nipple-sparing subcutaneous mastectomy). If you have larger breasts, you might need to have your nipples and areolas taken off, resized and grafted back into position.

Can a 13 year old get top surgery?

Though most individuals undergoing top surgery are 18 or older, younger individuals may be considered for the procedure if the patient, their legal guardians, and their mental health professional are in agreement that top surgery is appropriate.

Do you lose feeling in your chest after top surgery?

You may experience random, shooting pains for a few months after your surgery. You can expect some loss of feeling in your nipples and chest wall skin. This usually improves over the next six months or so, but sensation may never be normal.

Do you need to be on T to get top surgery?

Do I need to be on testosterone before I can get Top Surgery? No, WPATH Standards of Care do not require hormone therapy to be eligible for Top Surgery.

Can I wear deodorant after top surgery?

Do not use deodorant until instructed by your surgeon, as it may irritate your incision. (Usually you may resume in 1-2 weeks).