Contemporary Approaches to Postoperative Pain Management | Journal CME Article-Video 1: Patient Expectations

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A patient who underwent an awake mastopexy with slight reduction reports minimal discomfort, describing occasional pinches. Post-surgery, she experiences no immediate pain and follows a "pain-guided healing" approach advised by her doctor. This involves taking 800 mg of Advil and possibly Tylenol for pain, cautioning against overuse to avoid side effects. The method discourages unnecessary movement until pain naturally subsides, negating the need for narcotics. The patient took minimal Advil and quickly resumed normal activities within days, confirming the effectiveness of this approach for recovery.

Keywords

awake mastopexy

pain-guided healing

Advil

post-surgery recovery

non-narcotic approach