Breast Reduction

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Breast Reduction and Lift 51 answers

Do I need to have a combination of both to acheive a lifted breast? Or if I do the breast reduction, will that give me a lift in my breasts?

Non Surgical Breast Reduction 47 answers

Is there a way to make the breasts a couple of sizes smaller, or is surgery the only way to go?

Breast Reduction Exercise 37 answers

If I do chest exercises and build an underlying muscle will it lift and shrink my breasts, I am a 32D and I hate that they are so big and sag quite a...

Scarless Breast Reduction 33 answers

Seeking smaller breasts --currently a D. I saw a TV show that talked about scarless breast reduction.  How is this done?  Where can I get...

How Many Cup Sizes Can I Lose After 38DDD to C Breast Reduction? 32 answers

I am a 38DDD... Will I be able to go down to a 38C (Like I was in high school)?

After Breast Reduction Surgery Will my Breasts Fall Down? 32 answers

I had breast reduction surgery last year,my husband always say that my breast are falling down to me it's seem the same as i had done opperation is it...

How Much Does Breast Reduction Cost? 31 answers

I am quite sure my insurance plan cant cover the cost of breast reduction surgery. They don't consider it a medical necessity even though my breasts...

Excess Flab on Sides After Breast Reduction 30 answers

I had Breast Reduction around five years ago, followed by a lot of complicatons (which were fixed by another doctor). Now, I'm concerned about the...

Breast Reduction Scars - How to Avoid Scarring? 29 answers

I am considering a breast reduction.  I have breasts that are FF! I am only 23, 5 ft 2, and I weigh about 135 pounds. I have tried to loose...

Breast Reduction Recommended if Overweight? 28 answers

There is some hestitation on my part to get breast reduction. would a good candidate for breast reduction surgery be overweight?

After Breast Reduction Will my Breasts Remain Full? 27 answers

I am due to get a breast reduction in a short while, I am just waiting for my insurance company's approval, which my doctor said will not be a problem...

Teen Breast Reduction 27 answers

I am 14 years old but my breasts have given me a lot of problems: back pain, shoulder pain, extremely bad posture etc. My breasts already sag like...

Is Breast Reduction Surgery Like Liposuction? 27 answers

I want breast reduction surgery and I am wondering how it all works.  Do they just do liposuction to remove the extra fat in your breasts?

Breast Reduction Surgery After Pregnancy? 25 answers

How long after giving birth should I wait before I can undergo breast reduction surgery?

Is 17 Too Young for Breast Reduction Surgery? 23 answers

17-year-old Romanian tennis star Simona Halep, who won the junior French Open last year, has announced that she will have a breast reduction later...

Breast Reduction Recovery 21 answers

I want to have a breast reduction surgery, but after seeing pictures of patients whose operation went very wrong, I got worried and discouraged. Why...

Possible to Reduce Breasts from 38D to a C-cup? 21 answers

Im a 21 year old female with 38D breast, I have pain in my back and rolled shoulders. I've also developed a rash underneath of my breast. I'm...

Asymmetrical Breasts Due to Breast Reduction 21 answers

I have breasts that are completely asymmetrical as a result of a breast reduction.  The right nipple is 2cm too high and the shape of both is...

Breast Reduction and Lift Recovery Time 20 answers

I'm seriously considering breast reduction and lift. I'm 18 and very active (I'll be playing college soccer starting this August.) I'm...

Breast Reduction from C Cup to A Cup 20 answers

I am going for a consultation for breast reduction. I am 39 years old and have been wanting a reduction for some time. I have tried to lose weight as...

Overweight and Breast Reduction Surgery: Worth Doing? 18 answers

For a woman who is overweight...40+ pounds... is it a bad idea to get a breast reduction? will my weight cause them to enlargen again?

Breast Reduction Surgery 18 answers

I'm considering a breast reduction surgery, but I want to know more about what it involves. Is just fat removed or is it breast tissue? Is skin...

Breast Reduction Size for Insurance to Cover Surgery? 18 answers

I would like to have a breast reduction. I'm currently a 40DDD. In order for insurance to cover the procedure, what size would I need to go down to?

Breast Reduction Complications 17 answers

What risks and complications could I be facing from having breast reduction surgery?

Traditional Breast Reduction Vs Laser Bra Surgery 17 answers

I am doing research for my Breast Reduction. When researching the Laser Bra, I discovered that the procedure is about 1 & 1/2-2 hours, however...

Why Won't Doctors Accommodate D Cup to B Cup Breast Reduction? 17 answers

I am a "D" cup and would like to be a "B" cup. Why won't most doctors accommodate this for breast reduction?

How Can I Minimize Scars from Breast Reduction? 17 answers

I just had breast reduction surgery. The scars seem to be settling, and I want to know what to put on them to minimize their appearance.

Does Alexia Breast Reduction Pills Really Work? 16 answers

I am a very petite girl with a chest size 32DD. I want a reduction in size, but am nervous about breast reduction surgery. I heard about this pill...

Will Blue Cross Blue Shield Cover Breast Reduction? 16 answers

Will Blue Cross Blue Shield cover any of the expenses of a Breast Reduction? I'm 19 years old, 5'1" tall and weigh 115 pounds. My cup size is a...

Breast Reduction Insurance Coverage 16 answers

I am 37 years old from NJ, 5'3", weighing 140 lbs and wear a 36C. My breasts do not sag at all, yet. I have suffered from back problems for...

Nonsurgical Areola Reduction Surgery? 15 answers

Is it possible to reduce the areola size with a laser instead of cutting and surgery? im thinking of getting liposuction to get my breast smaller and...

Can Photofacial Help Reduce Breast Reduction Scars? 15 answers

I had a breast reduction done about 4 years ago and am left with scars on my breasts. I've been to a medical spa and they've said a series of photo...

How Will DDD or E Cup Look Like After Breast Reduction to C Cup? 14 answers

I am DDD or E cup and I'm considering a breast reduction to C cup size. I'm just wondering, how would I look like after the surgery?

I'm a 5' 2" 160lb W/ 36G Sagging Breasts W/ Neck & Shldr Pain. Should I Lose 20lbs Before Having the Reduction? 14 answers

I was a 34DD prior to my first pregnancy but after having my first child I grew to 36G. Despite working out and losing some of the baby weight from my...

Non-surgical Revision for Breast Reduction Keloid Scars? 14 answers

I am a 62-year-old black female. I have formed keloids from breast reduction surgery. The keloids are on the surgery site. I do not particularly want...

Breast Reduction Advice for a 15-year-old? 14 answers

I'm 15 years old, 5'4", and weighing 135 lbs. I have 32G/32GG breasts. I have extremely bad back, neck, and shoulder problems, extremely bad...

Breast Reduction, Lift and Implants to Get C Cups from DD Breasts? 13 answers

I am 5'0" and right now weigh 143 lbs. My body fat % is 35. I lost quite a bit of weight two years ago, then gained some back. I...

Is Breast Reduction of 38I to 38D Possible? 13 answers

I have had a great deal of neck and back pain for years (I was a DD as a 10-year-old and I am now an I cup as a 41-year-old). I also have rashes under...

Breast Reduction for a 16-year-old Girl? 12 answers

Can breast reduction be performed for a 16-year-old girl? Overall I am not huge, but I am trying to lose some weight, and my 38G breast size makes...

Good Breast Reduction Surgery Video 12 answers

Hi doctors.  I love your helpful postings here about breast reduction surgery. I am 23, live in Seattle, and thinking very seriously about...

How Long Before Tissue Necrosis Heals After Breast Reduction? 11 answers

I had a breast reduction done back in december and am pleased with the results other than one of my breasts is still open at the inverse T. It is...

Full and Perky Breasts After Breast Reduction? 11 answers

I am going to have a breast reduction and want them to look full or perky. I am wondering if during a breast reduction, anything can be done to...

Teen Breast Reduction: Waiting Necessary for Teenagers? 11 answers

I'm almost 16 and I have a 40DD breast size. Do I need to wait to have a breast reduction?

Breast Reduction for Petite Patient with 36DD Breast? 11 answers

I'm 27 years old, 5'0" and I weigh 130 lbs. I am considering getting a Breast reduction, currently my breast size is 36DD. I am having lots...

Liposuction Breast Reduction 10 answers

Hello, I'm 19 years old. I've been considering Breast Reduction since age 15. I'm 5"2 120 lbs 36D(DD) and would like to be 36B...

Can Breast Tissue Grow Back After Breast Reduction? 10 answers

Is it possible for breast tissue to grow back after a breast reduction? I had it done a couple of years ago and now my breasts look like they're the...

Breast Reduction of 500 Grams from D Cup Breasts? 10 answers

I recently had shoulder surgery for several different issues. The ortho surgeon and my PT both said in order for my shoulder to heal I need a Breast...

DD to B Cup Size Breast Reduction for a 16 Year Old? 10 answers

I am 16 and have DD cup sized breasts. I am 128 lbs and 5'0" tall. I am getting a Breast reduction soon and want to know if going from a DD to a...

Schnur Sliding Scale for Breast Reduction 10 answers

My insurance company states according to the Schnur Sliding scale, I would need 527 grams removed from each breast as one criteria. I am currently a...


Breast Reduction Before and After 10 answers

I'm considering breast reduction surgery, and I want to know what to look for in before and after photos. What should I pay particular attention to?

Breast Size After a Reduction of 500cc? 10 answers

I'm getting a breast reduction and the doctor is taking 500cc out of each breast. I am currently a 38DD, what will be my new size?

Ideal Breast Cup Size my Frame? 10 answers

What is the best cup size for a body frame of 5 ft, 130 lbs with a cup size of 38DDD? Also, I'm 23 years old.

Is Breast Reduction by Liposuction Possible for H Cup Breasts? 9 answers

I am large breasted so I have trouble finding anything to fit. However, I am not a large woman. Currently, I am about G to H cup size and only...

How to Qualify for Medicaid for Breast Reduction? 9 answers

Ok I just had a baby, and my medicaid ran out. They say its very hard to get it back once it runs out because its hard to prove you have a condition....

Possible to Go from a D Cup to a B Cup on Petite Woman? 9 answers

Hi, I am in early twenties, 5'2, weigh 110. I have been 34D since I was 14. My nipples are 2 inches lower than I want them to be, and my breasts...

Will Insurance Cover Breast Reduction of EE and DDD Breasts? 9 answers

I'm 28 and I have Medicaid but I was wondering if a Breast reduction would be covered. I have one breast that measures as an EE and the other as a DDD...

How is Nipple Sensitivity After Breast Reduction? 9 answers

I'm having a Breast reduction and will not be able to keep my nipple intact. Is there anyway detaching the nipples can be avoided and what problems...

Breast Reduction of 500 Grams Too Much for Dd Cups? 9 answers

I've had several spinal surgeries since I was 15. I'm 22 now and since I was in 6th grade I've had large breasts. I'm 5'0, 125lbs, and a 36D-DD...

Breast Reduction from DD Cup to B Achievable? 8 answers

I wear a DD bra. I am a heavy woman at 200 lbs and am 5'7 tall. I am 41 years old and want to go to a B cup. My back is killing me, my neck hurts and...

How Long After Breast Reduction Surgery Are Breasts Swollen? 8 answers

I had a breast reduction two weeks ago. I started at a 32F, and my doctor and I agreed that "around" a small C-cup would be better for my...

Breast Reduction to a C Cup for Very Large Breasts? 7 answers

I am having a Breast Reduction on the 31st of October. Though my doctor has assured me I can go for a C cup, I am just wondering if its possible. I am...

Stitches Did Not Dissolve After Breast Reduction? 7 answers

I had a Breast reduction May 19, 2009 and my doctor told me that he used dissolvable stitches. I assumed that by now being almost 8 weeks out that the...

Breast Stretch Marks and Thin Skin: What's Best for Firmer Perkier Breasts? 6 answers

Breast Lift, Breast Reduction, Small Implant to Add Volume? What's Best for Me? I'm 22 5'5 and am a 36F. Ive had large breasts since i was...

Breast Reduction Pills ~ Bogus Claims? 6 answers

Like most women i dont want to go under the knife for breast reducing unless its a last resort. there are so many breast reduction pills available...

Is a 36DD Too Small to Get a Breast Reduction? 6 answers

I'm 24, 5'8" and 180lbs. I'd like to lose 20lbs before getting a breast reduction to a C, but I've always been big busted. At...

Signs of Infection After Breast Reduction? 6 answers

I am experiencing a tender to the touch, red, warm area on my left breast. This breast was really swollen and extremely bruised right after surgery...

How Small Would a 400 Grams Breast Reduction Make Me? 6 answers

24 years old, 5'8, 150 pounds, 36D+ bra... How much is a 400 gram removal versus 300 grams? My insurance requires 400 grams/breast to cover the...

5'2", 120lb, 38C - Am I a Candidate for Breast Reduction? 6 answers

I am 19 yrs old,5'2 and I weigh just under 120 pounds (very small frame).my bra size is 38C and my breast are very saggy with stretch marks.I have...

Age 18, 46DD - Should I Get a Breast Reduction? 6 answers

I Am 18Yrs Old And I Wear A Size 46DD Bra And I've Had A Baby..I Have Problems With My Breast Such As Back Pain,Shoulder Pains Ect And I Am Very...

Will Medicaid Cover my Breast Reduction? 5 answers

I'm 33 yearsold and I weigh 177lbs. and my cup size is DDD and I'm only 5'2". I have back problems but I dont have the money to pay for a Breast...

Medicaid Coverage for Breast Reduction of a C and Dd Cup Breasts? 4 answers

My right breast is DD and my left a C. I've struggled with this for 8 years. Doctors said they would catch up around when I turned 18 but they didn't...

Bad Breast Reduction Scars - Cosmetic Tattoo Cover-up? 4 answers

I had a breast reduction in 2008 that left me with thick dark scars. I went back to have a scar revision in 2009, but the scars are still bad. I'm...

How Can I Improve Hyperpigmentation After a Breast Reduction? 3 answers

I had a breast reduction in 2007 at 19 y/o. Surgery went well and I have not had any problems; I have dark scars from the incisions. The surgeon made...
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