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Breast Reduction Scars - How to Avoid Scarring?

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...

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Breast Reduction Advice for a 15-year-old?

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...

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Ideal Breast Cup Size my Frame?

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.

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Breast Reduction for Petite Patient with 36DD Breast?

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...

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I'm 17 and I Have Saggy 32E Breasts - Should I Get a Reduction or Lift?

I'm not a big girl, i only weigh 130. They are saggy. should i get a breast lift or a breast reduction even tho i'm not very old?

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Can I Lose Weight to Get Smaller Breasts?

I am 21yrs old. I'm 5'1'' and 135lbs. My breasts are a size 34G. I lost some weight and went from an H to a G. Will I be able to lose...

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Am I Eligible for a Short Scar or Scarless Breast Reduction?

I am currently a 36G, 5 feet 6 inches and 130 pounds and 36 years old. My breasts have always been a tremendous weight that causes back pain,...

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Typical Volume After Breast Reduction?

I am having a breast reduction in 6 weeks. What is the typical breast volume remaining once the procedure is finished? I'm currently 141 lbs,...

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Breast Reduction Insurance Coverage for Patients Below 18?

I am 17 years old and I weigh 130 pounds. I am 5'3" and have a 38 F/G bust. I want to get a breast reduction but my insurance say "patients...

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How Old Does a Person Have to Be to Get a Breast Reduction? (30GG, Age 14)

Im 14 turning 15 in october and I already wear a size 30GG cup Im 5ft 4in and weigh 135 lbs but most of that is muscle weight because I exercise...

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Breast Reduction with Dense Breast Tissue?

I am 42 Y.O., 5'6" and 145 lbs., and have maintained at or near a consistent weight my adult life (I also exercise daily). With age, my...

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Is the Anchor Pattern Breast Reduction a Reasonable Choice for my Dr to Decide On?

Hello, I have a BR booked for December. I like the Dr & think he has a lot of experience, but I'd really appreciate the input of a pro! He has...

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Is a Breast Reduction Safe at Age 15?

I am currently a 34DD, almost DDD, but I am only 15 years old. I'm 5'5'' and 135 lbs, with a bust and hip measurement of 37cm, and a...

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Breast Regrowth After Reduction with No Possible Explanation

I had breast reduction surgery (liposuction from the underside of my breasts) at 19 years old. I was 140 lbs and 5'8". I am now 22, 135 lbs,...

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36DDD, 370g Removed. What Will my Estimated Size Be?

Hi, my insurance company has approved my breast reduction surgery. My surgeon has to remove 370g from each breast. I currently wear a 36ddd. I work...

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I Am 21 Years Old and 5'1, Weigh 145lbs, I Have 36G Breast, Which Are Starting to Not Fit into my 36G Bras. Reduction Candidate?

I am 21 years old and 5'1, weigh 145lbs, I have 36G breast, which are starting to not fit into my 36G bras, do you think it would be a good idea...

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How Many Cc Removed Will Be Best for my Back Pain?

I am a 34 DDD and only 5'4 and 130 lbs. The Korean doctor told me the will be removing about 7cm of skin but could not tell me the Cc's as of yet.

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Breast Reduction Went Wrong: Will Insurance Cover a Revision?

I tried to have a breast reduction 14 years ago but the doctor did one side and let a resident do the other. It was a disaster and after two more...

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Will Breast Reduction Improve my Posture?

I'm 33 years old at 5"0 and now weighing around 130 lb. I've always been uncomfortable with my breast size which always fluctuated...

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Significantly Larger Breast - Breast Reduction or Implant?

I have a significantly larger breast. Yes just one. I am a 34 D and 5"2 weight of 138. Im hoping once i stop breast feeding the larger breast...

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Will I Be Able to Breast Feed Properly After Reduction?

I am 33, and am considering surgery to correct bad posture and back pain at 5 ft, 130 lb, at 36C. I plan on having children however. Because of my...

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Post Breast Reduction: Not Happy with Size, What Are my Options?

Hi i am 29 and had a breast reduction 2 years ago. I was only reduced by one size and I am a size D (not much of a reduction for someone who is 135lb....

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I am 5 ft 9 in, I weigh 140 lbs and my breast size is a 36 e. Would Horizon BCBS Cover BR?

I am 5 ft 9 in, I weigh 140 lbs and my breast size is a 36 e. I was trying to figure out the chances of horizon blue cross blue shield of nj covering...

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How Many Sizes Can I Go Down with the Breast Reduction and is It Safe for my Age?

I'm a 15 year old (Turning 16 next month) 5'1 girl that weighs 136 lbs and has size 36H breasts. I have pendulous breasts that have given me...

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34 Ddd to a Full C Cup?

Hi Doctors I'm 4'11" 135lbs and a 34 ddd. Always suffered with shoulder neck and back pain, been to a PT, Ortho and lost weight 30lbs (as...

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Would Insurance Cover My Breast Reduction?

I am a 23 year old female, i am 5'4 and weigh about 133 pounds.Before i got pregnant my breast size was a 34c. Then once i had my child and...

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Will Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance Cover Breast Reduction Surgery if Its Deemed Medically Necessary?

I'm 5 foot 2 in, about to 21 years old and I weigh about 130 or a little less. I went to a chiropractor for about 4 years but all it did was help...

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Should I Have a Breast Reduction? If So Should I Wait Till I Am 18? Can I Get One Sooner?

I am 15 years old. I am 5'1" and I weigh 130lbs. I am a 34 D and all my bra's are digging into my shoulders and leaving red marks. I am a...

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Is It Possible to Go Down 4 Bra Sizes with a Breast Reduction and is It Safe for a 15 Year Old ?

Im turning 16 next month, 5 feet tall, weigh around 137 pounds and wear a 36H bra. My breasts not only hurt my self confidence, but they also have an...

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5'2", 140lb, 36DD - Am I a Candidate for Breast Reduction?

I have always had large breasts, ever since age 14. I have recently realized they are probably what caused my poor posture,I am unable to sit/stand up...

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