Breast reduction, medically known as reduction mammoplasty, removes excess breast tissue, fat, and skin to bring the breasts to a size that is more proportionate to the rest of the body. For many women, this is not a cosmetic decision alone. Heavy breasts can cause real, daily pain in the neck, back, and shoulders, skin irritation underneath the breast, and grooving from bra straps that never fully goes away. Dr. Rajesh Vasu performs reduction mammoplasty with attention to both relief and shape, planned and performed personally at Apollo Hospitals, Financial District.
3 to 4 hours
General anaesthesia
1 to 2 weeks (light work)
Long-lasting with stable weight
Breast reduction removes excess breast tissue, fat, and skin, then reshapes and lifts what remains so the result is proportionate, not just smaller. The nipple areola complex is carefully repositioned to a higher, more natural position, while staying attached to its blood and nerve supply throughout.
Every plan is customised to the individual, there are several accepted surgical techniques, and the right one depends on breast size, skin quality, and the degree of correction needed. Liposuction is often used alongside the main procedure to refine the contour of the chest wall, though it is rarely performed alone for this purpose.
Breast reduction is usually considered when heavy breasts are causing ongoing physical symptoms:
Some women want the physical relief alone. Others want the relief and a shape that feels more in proportion with their body. Both are valid reasons to consult, and Dr. Vasu will help you understand which result is realistic for your specific anatomy, honestly, before anything is planned.
Understanding how the surgery works takes the fear out of it. Here is what actually happens, in plain terms.
Clinical photographs are taken with consent, along with a thorough assessment of breast size, shape, asymmetry, and nipple position.
On the day of surgery, or the day before, careful measurements are taken and the breast is marked. This step guides the precise incisions made during the operation.
Performed under general anaesthesia after informed consent. Drains may be placed and are usually removed within 24 to 48 hours. A supportive surgical bra is fitted at the end.
Reduction mammoplasty does leave scarring, typically a circular scar around the areola and a vertical or inverted T shaped scar on the lower breast, depending on the technique used. These scars fade considerably over the following year with proper scar care, though they do not disappear completely.
This is consistent with Dr. Vasu’s minimal scar approach across breast and body procedures, incisions are planned to settle into the breast’s natural contours wherever the technique allows.
Moderate pain and swelling, typically peaking around day three. Gentle walking from the same day of surgery reduces clot risk. Rest, hydration, and a healthy diet support healing.
A supportive bra is worn continuously for 4 to 6 weeks. Avoid raising the arms beyond 30 degrees in the first week. Most return to light, non-strenuous work within 1 to 2 weeks. Underwire is best avoided for around 6 months.
Visible swelling and bruising resolve within 3 to 6 weeks. Final shape continues to settle over 3 to 6 months as scars mature.
A breast reduction is not only about removing tissue. Reshaping the remaining breast, positioning the nipple areola complex precisely, and balancing both sides for symmetry is where surgical judgement matters most. Getting the proportion right, not just the size, is the real skill.
Performed in a fully accredited tertiary care hospital with full anaesthesia support and sterile theatres.
Planned and performed personally by Dr. Vasu, refined over 30+ years and 10,000+ procedures.
Dr. Rajesh Vasu has 30+ years of clinical experience and 10,000+ procedures performed. He is a member of ISAPS, internationally trained in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery.
Breast reduction cost varies based on a few honest factors, rather than a single fixed figure:
Rather than quote a misleading single figure, Dr. Vasu provides a full written treatment plan with the total cost broken down before anything is scheduled. No hidden costs are added later.
For NRI and international patients, breast reduction in Hyderabad delivers internationally trained surgical expertise at a fraction of the cost of the same procedure in the UK, US, or Gulf.
Real patients. Real repairs. All photographs published with written consent.
Patient 1 · Female, 34 3 months post
Patient 2 · Female, 34 3 months post
Patient 3 · Female, 34 3 months post
Individual results vary. Photographs are representative, not guaranteed outcomes. Consultation required to assess suitability.
Most women notice real relief from neck, back, and shoulder pain, along with improved comfort during exercise and daily activity. Many also feel a meaningful boost in confidence and body image once swelling settles and the new shape is visible.
There is moderate discomfort in the first week, usually well managed with prescribed pain relief. Most women describe the pain as manageable rather than severe, easing noticeably by the second week.
Breast reduction is usually recommended once the breasts are fully developed. After that, it can be performed at any age. In younger patients with significant breast hypertrophy, surgery is sometimes performed from around 18 years.
Many women are able to breastfeed successfully after reduction surgery, though this cannot be guaranteed for every technique or every patient. If you are planning a future pregnancy, this is worth discussing in detail during your consultation.
There is a general pattern, removing more tissue generally means a bigger reduction in size, but the exact cup size change cannot be predicted precisely, since it depends on breast density, chest width, and individual anatomy. Dr. Vasu will talk through realistic expectations for your specific body during consultation.
Yes. Lifting and reshaping is already part of a well-planned reduction, since removing tissue without addressing position would leave the breast looking unfinished. The two are usually one combined procedure, not two separate ones.
That uncertainty is common, and worth bringing into the consultation directly. Dr. Vasu will help you understand whether your symptoms and goals genuinely call for surgery, rather than assuming the answer either way.
If heavy breasts have been shaping your daily comfort for longer than they should, a breast reduction consultation is the simplest place to start. Dr. Vasu will tell you honestly what is possible, what your plan would involve, and what to expect, in person at Apollo Hospitals or virtually. No pressure to proceed. Just honest, expert advice.