Will Blue Cross Blue Shield Cover Breast Reduction?

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...

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

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...

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Breast Reduction of 500 Grams from D Cup Breasts?

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...

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

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...

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

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...

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

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...

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Breast Reduction from DD Cup to B Achievable?

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...

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Schnur Sliding Scale for Breast Reduction

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...

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Teen Breast Reduction: Waiting Necessary for Teenagers?

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

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Breast Size After a Reduction of 500cc?

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?

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Breast Reduction of 500 Grams Too Much for Dd Cups?

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...

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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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Second Breast Reduction for 34DD Breasts?

I had a breast reduction 8 years ago (I was a size 34G), I went down to a 34C. Over the course of the years, for some unexplained reason, my breasts...

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Breast Reduction and Lift Insurance Coverage Requirements?

I am a healthy 28-year-old. I was a 34 DD before having kids. I am 5'3" and weigh 150 lbs. I have 10 more lbs to go before I meet with a surgeon....

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How to Convince Insurance to Cover Breast Reduction?

I am 20 years old and I have 38DD breasts. I would love to get a breast reduction because as long as I can remember I have had back, neck and knee...

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Breast Reduction from 36DD to an A?

My 29-yr-old daughter is a 36DD and wants to have reduction down to an A cup. Is that feasible? She would rather have a double mastectomy than...

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Severe Body Pain from DD Breasts Qualifies for Breast Reduction?

I have been having severe back, neck and shoulder pain for many years now and I have pain in my chest when I sleep and when im awake. I have DD...

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What's the Likelihood of HMO Illinois Covering 34DD Breast Reduction?

Hi! I'm 5'3", 135 lbs (lots of muscle) with 34DDs, and I want a reduction. I have trouble with my breasts (back/shoulder pain), but...

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15 Years Old, 4'9", 34DD, Size 00 in Jeans. Can I Get a Reduction?

I have scoliosis, so i have a lot of back pain. And i am almost 16, so i am in highschool, and i get a lot of ridicule for my boobs being bigger than...

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Fat Necrosis 18 Months After Breast Reduction. Will Anything Other Than Surgery Help?

The fat necrosis has caused my nipple to pull inward. Also, my nipple is often itchy. Is there any way other than surgery to sort this out?...

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Will my Insurance Cover Breast Reduction and Tummy Tuck?

Dear Dr.,I am a mother of 4 and even though I eat healthy food and exercise 5 times a week, I am not able to lose the weight. I have been considering...

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Waiting Period for Breast Reduction or Lift After Weight Loss?

I have recently lost 46 lbs and have about 15 more to go. My breast size has not decreased significantly, only from a DDD cup to a DD cup. How long...

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Is Breastfeeding Possible After Breast Reduction?

I am 20 years old and I have 38DD breasts. I would love to get a breast reduction because as long as I can remember I have had back, neck and knee...

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Im 21 and Have a Size 38DD Breast Size. Will Medicare Cover a Reduction?

Im 21 years old and im 5'3 about 150 pounds and i have a breast size of 38DD and i get back pains and shoulder pains even when i stand for a long...

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16 Y/O 34DD - Am I a Candidate for Getting a Breast Reduction?

Im 16 years old, 5'2 about 128 lbs. my bras are 34DD but they dont even fit. i really hate my breast, there very saggy and i dont feel like a...

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Will MedicAid Cover Reduction of DD Breasts?

I am a 23 year old single mom who suffers from severe back and shoulder pains and horrible posture as a result of my 38DD breasts. Is it possible my...

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What Do I Need to Do for BCBS of NJ PPO to Cover my Breast Reduction?

I am 29 and 5"3 and weigh 140 lbs. I push out of a 34dd and would like to go down to a 34 full b/c. I have gone through two pregnancies/nursing...

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How Does Insurance Coverage Cover Breast Reduction Surgery?

I'm 16, 120 lbs, 5'3", with 32DD breasts who wants to go down to a32B. I've found a surgeon, and gotten a consult. The plastic...

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Blue Cross Blue Shield of TX Breast Reduction Coverage

I am from RGV, TX and I was wondering if my insurance would help me cover the costs of a breast reduction. I am 20 years old,32 DD, 5'0" tall...

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Can I Have a Reduction on One Breast and a Lift on the Other?

My breasts have always been very uneven -- more than 1 cup size difference. I was wearing a 36DD bra (the size of the larger one), then lost about 60...

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Breast Reduction Possible Despite Weight?

I'm considering a Breast Reduction next year in Spring 2010. I'm 5 ft tall and about 50 lbs. overweight. I have many problems regarding my large...

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Will Insurance Pay for a 16 Yr Old with 42DD Breasts to Get a Reduction?

She is only 5'4 1/2" and weighs 160 (at least 20 lbs would be her breasts). She has not grown physically in the last two years more than...

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Is It Safe to Get DD Cup Breasts Down to B Cups?

Hello. I am a 16 year old, I weight about 150 and I'm about 5'9" with size double D breasts and I was thinking of getting Breast reduction as...

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Can't Get Enough Support for 38DD Breasts

Age 30, mother of 3, 5'6, 200 lbs, wear a size 38DD bra. wear a regular bra and a sports bra on top. never feels like i have enough support. my...

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I Am 5'4" 110 and Have a 32dd Chest. Why Won't my Insurance Cover It?

My shoulders, neck and back are always hurting. I'm a petite woman and I can't afford thousands of dollars for a surgery. I don't...

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How to Convince Parent That Breast Reduction is Needed

I'm 15 years old and have 34DD breasts--almost DDD. I'm thinking about getting a breast reduction done. I have read a lot in websites about getting it...

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Size 40DD Having Issues With Fungus/Yeast Infection - Breast Reduction Needed?

I have infections under my breast often. Would my insurance cover this issue ?

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2 Months Post-Reduction. Still Larger Than Expected.

I had my reduction just over 2 months ago. I was a full 32DD now am a 32D. Although I know my surgeon couldn't guarantee my a certain size we...

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What's a Reasonable Breast Size for a Petite Woman?

I'm 40 years old, 5'1" & 105 lbs with bra size 34D or 32DD, depending on the bra (I'm not even positive about sizing as I've...

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Is Breast Reduction by Lipo Advisable?

I'm 31 yrs old and a 38 DD. I weigh about 74 kgs on a 5 ft 3 inch frame. I want to reduce my breasts, but I plan to have a child in 1-2 years. I am,...

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Normal to Have Excessive Tightness of Breast After Breast Reduction?

I had a breast reduction 5 days ago. I went from a DD to a small c. I know I have some swelling but I am a little concerned. From the nipple to under...

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Breast Reduction for 40 DDD

I was a 38 DD in HS and collage. I was 5'5 and 145 lbs. After pregnancy and breast feeding I went to a 40 DDD. I am now 185 lbs. but I am on a...

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Breasts Grew Back After Reduction Surgery

I had a lollipop breast reduction app 6 yrs ago. which i was pleased.Size DD to full C. That same year i had gain weight rapidly and my breast grew...

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Age 15 - Can I Get a Breast Reduction?

I'm a 36DD, my height is 5'7, and my weight is currently 170p. I really enjoy sports but can't do much because of back and neck pains. It...

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Breast Reduction As a Teen

I am 16 years old, about 112 lbs, 5'3" and extremely active. There is just one problem, I have size 32 DDD breasts, which gives me mild back...

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Pregnant 2 Months After Breast Reduction

How much will the pregnancy ruin the results of my breast reduction and lift. I am concerned this will interfere with healing, make my scars wider...

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Breast Reduction Medicare Coverage and Previous Surgery Pain

I am a size DD, and have had surgery on my cervical spine. I'm still having pain, I have Medicare; will it pay for a breast reduction?

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Will DC Blue Cross Blue Choice Plan Cover my Breast Reduction?

I am 4'11" 154 breast size is 42dd I've been suffering with neck and shoulder strain for yrs, I have blue cross blue shield blue choice...

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Am I to Young for a Breast Reduction at 15?

I am 15 years old an have a DD chest side. I have done some research on breast reductions and didn't find an answer about the breasts growing back...

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I Have 44DD and I Am Always in Pain but My Doctor Won't Help Me

I am a size 44DD and I suffer from back aches shoulder pain and my Doctor tells me that he doesn't know of anyone in our area that does breast...

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Are There Any Grants for Breast Reduction Surgery?

I am 48 years old. I had a Whilms Tumor at 3 mos. As a result of chemo and radiation have major scoliosis. I have indents in my shoulders that have...

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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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Breast Reduction in 2007 and They Have Grown Back. Why?

I use to be a 34 c then gave birth and breast feed my breast got so huge and after breast feeding they just got bigger, had reduction in 2007 and 2010...

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Second Breast Reduction with Liposuction?

I had a breast reduction 25 years ago. Have the report. It doesn't state if nipple was seprated. Over the 25years, have gone from a C to DD. Original...

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I Am 22, 5'6", About 145lbs and a 38DD-DDD Bra Size. Should I Consider a Reduction?

I have always been big. When I was 12 I was already a cup size C. They sag really bad and I think some of the reason is because I had a child who is 2...

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Really bad neck and back pains - Should I Get a Breast Reduction?

I am 20 years old and my breasts are 38DD and getting bigger. I have really bad neck and back pains. When I try to workout they get in the way and...

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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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How Many Cup Sizes Are Going to Decrease After Breast Reduction Surgery?

I am 17 years old and I am a DD and I also have very noticeable breast symmetry. I would like to know according what, my breasts are going to be...

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I Want to Get Breast Reduction but I Am Prone to Keloid

I am 20 years old, short, on the chubby side, with a bra size of 42DD but I feel that my breast are larger than that. They are quite saggy and have...

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I'm 15 and May Be Getting a Breast Reduction: What is the Estimated Healing Time?

I am 15 with 34DD, and in a week I will be talking to a surgeon about getting a breast reduction, And before that happens I was just wondering the...

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Breast Reduction on a 15-year-old?

I'm fifteen years old, and curently on the big end of a 34DD. im a dancer, runner, and i play soccer. they are so uncovient and i get horrible...

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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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What Size Will I Be After 400cc Reduction? (photo)

I am currently a 36DD/DDD. 5'9 175lbs. I had a consult with a plastic surgeon and he said my surgery would be covered as long as he removes 400cc...

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Breast Reduction Was a Disaster. Can I Demand That the Surgeon Waive All Fees for Revision?

I only went down 1 cup size from 36 DD & had several complications. My surgeon agreed to waive his personal fee for a revision, but I still have...

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Breast Reduction W/ Implants?

I have DD breasts with significant droopage with extra skin under my arms where my bra sits making them look completely shapeless;I've been told...

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What Bra Size Will I End After a Breast Reduction? I Am a DD Cup. (photo)

I am 27yrs. old and I am 36 DD I will get the surgery the 22 of this month. The doctor will remove 350g in the right side and 500g in the left side....

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Breast Reduction Didn't Reduce Breasts - Possible to Have Revision?

I am 5', 105 pounds, 32DD. I underwent breast reduction via inferior pedicle 6months ago. Surgeon only removed 95g, thus I am the same size except...

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Would I Be a Good Candidate for Breast Reduction/lift? (photo)

I am a size 34DD, and I'm starting to get pretty self-conscience of them. I see that they're starting to look saggy & that most of the fat...

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Breast Reduction Using Liposuction for a Young Person?

I have DD breasts, and want to have them reduced (hopefully to a b or c cup)... I was a very keen runner, but now find excercise uncomfortable and...

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Tumescent Liposuction Breast Reduction

I am quite young - and would prefer not to have the risks and scars of a traditional breast reduction. However, I have DD cup breasts, which are...

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Hi I Am 16 Years Old Would I Qualify for a Breast Reduction?

I'm 5'5 weigh 160 and my breast size is 36DD I get extremely bad neck aches and back aches and I find it very difficult to excersize. would I...

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What Should I Do About Breast, Back and Neck Pains?

I am 19 and i've been having breast pains and problems fo 3 years. I've told my doctor about it and nothing is being done about it. I use to...

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Can Insurance Cover a Breast Reduction Surgery if Your Breast Are Effecting You Emotionally?

I'm 5'2 and 120 lbs. I am a 36 DD, I'm experiencing a little neck pain and numbness in the hand. I'm emotionally drained, I hate...

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I'm 5' and 250lb with back Pain, Am I Candidate for Insurance to Cover A Breast Reduction.

I'm 5ft tall, 250lbs and 44dd. My breasts hang low yet never had children. Am I a good candidate for a reduction covered by insurence? My back...

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Teen Breast Reduction and Implants, Should I Have this Done Now or Should I Wait?

I am 17, 5'5" with a size 32DD. I am extremely active playing 3 sports competively and find it extremely painful to do the activities I love,...

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Does Medicaid Cover Breast Reduction For Back Pain?

Iam 31years Old I Have 3 kids I am 5'3, 44DD and I suffer back pain. Does Medicaid cover a reduction? I weight 210lbs iam a little chubby

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DD Breast Looking for Reduction Whats the Smallest I Can Go with out the Surgery Being a Risk?

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Would I Be a Candidate for a Breast Lift/reduction? (photo)

I am 30 years old, 5 feet tall, & a 38D. In some brands & styles I could be a 36DD. I've lost a little over 20 lbs since January 2011...

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What Qualifies me for Having Insurance Help Cover Breast Reduction?

Hello, I am 24 and I weigh 125, I am 5'2 and my breast size is a 42DD. I a have a consultation coming up on Wednesday. I have Keystone Mercy...

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Can I Go from a DD to a B?

I am 68 yrs old. Breasts are heavy, pendulous, uncomfortable, and skin irritations are ongoing. I would desire a smaller size, like a B cup. Is this done?

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Am I Too Old/overweight for Breast Reduction?

I am 51 years old and have battled with being overweight my whole life, it seems. I am 5'4'' and currently weigh 195 pounds, much of which...

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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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Breast Reduction or Lift?

I am 5'2 120 pounds and am considering a breast reduction or lift. My breasts are saggy, large, and cause me considerable back and neck pain. I...

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Am I Canidate for a Reduction Through Humana?

I have been reading and researching breast reduction that I do think I need, but I have noticed that insurance companies set guidlines and if you are...

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Breast Reduction for Teen Recommended? (photo)

I have a 15 yr old who, due to medications, weighs 191 and has breast size of 40 DD this weight gain has been over the past 2 yrs. She has a twin who...

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Will I Lose Sensation in My Nipples If I Get A Breast Reduction?

Hi, my bra size is 38DD and the collar measurement to nipple is 36 CM I'm really very afraid if I go for the breast reduction surgery loosing my...

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How Small Could I Get Down to with a Breast Reduction?

I am a 22 year old female with a 6 month old son. I have always had considerably large breasts since I was 8 years old. I have 38DD/almost a DDD and...

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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...