Although breast reduction surgery in Dubai can take 2-3 hours, you need to stay overnight in the hospital for close surveillance. During the first week, you will feel pressure in your breasts, eventually decreasing. There’s still going to be swelling for a few weeks. Ideally, you can prepare for 1-2 weeks off work since you’ll have time to relax and heal. Many women will return to normal activities within 2 weeks. More strenuous exercises may need to be postponed for another 2 weeks or as suggested by the surgeon.