Hi, Ruth. I just joined the forum today and came across your post. I was diagnosed in August and had a bi lateral mammoplasty in September. The surgery took approx 3 hrs and I was discharged the following day. I recovered well, apart from developing a seroma which resolved within 3 weeks. As someone previously mentioned, do the physio exercises religiously - they really do help. Be prepared for bumps in the road... I developed cellulitis 3 weeks post op, and wound healing problems in one breast which is now responding to treatment. Please don't worry though, not everyone gets an infection. I bought 2 M&S surgical bras (more like bullet proof vests, lol!) which I was advised to wear for 6 weeks. I wasn't prepared for the odd shooting pains in breast and axilla afterwards but apparently they are quite common, so don't panic. This is a long post, but knowing what to expect might ease your mind a little. The very best of luck with your surgery and your recovery. 

Hi, Ruth. I just joined the forum today and came across your post. I was diagnosed in August and had a bi lateral mammoplasty in September. The surgery took approx 3 hrs and I was discharged the following day. I recovered well, apart from developing a seroma which resolved within 3 weeks. As someone previously mentioned, do the physio exercises religiously - they really do help. Be prepared for bumps in the road... I developed cellulitis 3 weeks post op, and wound healing problems in one breast which is now responding to treatment. Please don't worry though, not everyone gets an infection. I bought 2 M&S surgical bras (more like bullet proof vests, lol!) which I was advised to wear for 6 weeks. I wasn't prepared for the odd shooting pains in breast and axilla afterwards but apparently they are quite common, so don't panic. This is a long post, but knowing what to expect might ease your mind a little. The very best of luck with your surgery and your recovery.