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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... READ MORE

Age 50, 38J. Am I a Candidate for Breast Reduction (Covered by Insurance)?

I Am a 50 Yr Old Female with 38 J Breasts. Tying to Find a Bra That Size  Very Expensive and hard to find. my back and neck hurt constantly and i... READ MORE

Do Your Breasts Become Big Again After BR?

Hello and thank you for you're time.... I had a BR last August taking me from a 30GG to a 30DD although they were tiny on the day.I now feel like im... READ MORE

Will BCBS of CA PPO Cover my Breast Reduction? 34 G -34 H 0% Padded Bra. (photo)

Hello I'm sure my question said it all in a nut shell. In my case, ah, (in two heavy kegs)! I'm 45 yrs. old, 149 lbs., 5 4", small to med. build short... READ MORE

Realistic Expectations of Symmetry? (photo)

I have just gone for my second consult on a breast reduction. I'm 51 5'5" 165lb. breast size 34GG. My surgeon showed me some before/after pictures of... READ MORE

Am I a Candidate for Having Insurance Cover my Breast Reduction?

50 years old, 5'8" and 210lbs. Currently I am a 42DD. Last year I weighed 240, even with wight loss breast size has not decreased. I've... READ MORE

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... READ MORE

54 Married, Black Women, Surgery Aug 2012, (2) Questions, Nipples Inverted/flat, Dark Colored Scars?

I am 54 Married, Black Women, I had surgery Aug 2, 2012, I have two questions, my nipples are inverted and some what flatten, plus I have dark colored... READ MORE

Will Getting A Breast Reduction Relieve Back Pain?

I am a 52 year old women who is 4'10", weight of 135 lbs, with size 38DDD very fatty breasts. I recently found out that I have spinal stenosis. Do you... READ MORE

Weird Looking Drain Hole Scar After Breast Reduction? (photo)

I had br on 3/26/13. I had drain on each side for one day..i am hating how they look..and the left side has a rather large skin flap..will i need a... READ MORE

How Does the Breast Reduction Surgery Differ for Low Density Vs. High Density Breasts?

I am 45yo with sagging, 40E breasts which cause neck pain, shoulder pain, and headaches. My mammogram tech always tells me I have the best breasts for... READ MORE

I Am 52 and Considering Breast Reduction Surgery. Extensive Procedure?

Weight: 162, Height: 5ft. I wear a 38DDD minimizer –Would like to be C cup (not smaller). Approx how many grams would need to be removed? I know... READ MORE

How Do I Chose the Right Size and Shape Breast for Me?

I'm a 34 H cup, 124 lbs 45 years old. I've loved my breast until recently. Extreme wt loss (weighed 101 lbs) due to apendex cancer. (Who knew)... READ MORE

I Have Lumbar Pain and Spurs on Discs, Will a Reduction Ease The Pain?

Am I Crazy Considering a Breast Reduction? Aged 52, I Am 36K and 5"2" in Height I Weigh 180 in height and roughly 160lbs. I have a lot of... READ MORE

Possible BR Surgery? What to Expect? Advice?

Hello, I had my first consult for BR and was told I am a good candidate. I am 47 years old, 5'4" 147 lbs. and am 36DDD. The thought of having BR was... READ MORE

When is Lipo Not Necessary with an Anchor BR?

I am scheduled for a BR in Aug., and my PS never mentioned using lipo, and at that time, I didn't know to ask. I won't meet with him again until the... READ MORE

Have 38 H Want 36C. Age 50, Overweight, Would I Be A Good Candidate?

I am an almost 50 year old woman with a 38H bra. I am overweight, tummy pooch, and large pendulous breasts. I didn't know I was having tension in my... READ MORE

Breast Reduction Size Question For my Frame?

I am 50 years old. 5'4 and 125 lbs. I just had my consult with a PS and he said my breasts were about 800 grams each. The insurance company requires... READ MORE

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