If your breast size is causing you pain in your back and neck, it's time to talk to your doctor about breast reduction surgery. Breast reduction surgery can reduce size, without jeopardizing the natural appearance of your breasts. But, you will need to take steps to ensure a successful recovery. Before you have your surgery, read the information provided below. The tips described here will help to promote a healthy recovery period following your breast reduction surgery. 

Take Care With Your Hygiene

If you're ready to undergo breast reduction surgery, you'll need to take care with your personal hygiene. But, it's important that you keep the wound area dry. Because of that, you'll need to avoid all baths and showers while your wounds are healing. To maintain cleanliness, you can take sponge baths using mild soap until you're able to bathe or shower. You can keep your hair clean by using a dry shampoo, or by having someone help with the process, such as a family member. 

Choose the Right Support

While you're recovering from breast reduction surgery, you'll need to ensure the right amount of support. Following surgery, your breasts will be wrapped in a compression bandage. This is designed to help reduce the swelling. But, once the bandages are removed, your breasts will still need the right amount of support. While you're recovering from breast reduction surgery, you'll want to avoid light-weight bras or underwire bras. Instead, choose form-fitting sports bras. You'll want to choose a sports bra that fits snugly, but that doesn't put too much pressure on the sutures. Once you've recovered from surgery, you can start wearing resume wearing other types of bras. 

Be Prepared for the Pain

You may experience some pain and discomfort following surgery. Your doctor may prescribe prescription-strength painkillers that you can use during the first few days following surgery. You'll also want to have over-the-counter pain medication for a few weeks after surgery. You can also use warm and cold compresses to relieve the pain and discomfort following breast reduction surgery. 

Drink Plenty of Water

If you're going to have breast reduction surgery, stock up on bottled water. You'll need to stay hydrated while you're recovering from surgery. Proper hydration provides a couple of benefits during recovery. First, proper hydration helps to reduce swelling, which can alleviate pain and discomfort. Adequate hydration helps to encourage proper healing. To reduce swelling, and to encourage healing, drink plenty of water throughout the day. 

For more information about breast reduction surgery itself as well as its recovery, speak with a professional.