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This surgical procedure involves the removal of excess fat, skin, and tissue to reduce the size of the breasts. Complications and side effects of the procedure include breast pain, tiredness, scarring, and inadequate healing of the nipple area, which may require a skin graft. Serious potential side effects include fever, unusual discharge from the incision site, and sutures coming out before they are due to be removed.

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