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

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

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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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Is Breast Reduction of 38I to 38D Possible?

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...

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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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Wait to Lose Weight Before Breast Reduction?

I use 42DDD bras. I want Breast reduction but I want something like a D. I have Medical. Will Medical cover it if I just want a D? I'm overweight....

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500g Breast Reduction - What Size Will I Be?

I'm 42yrs 5'3" 213 lbs. I'm heavier than I look. I truely look about 175lb w/ clothes on. I wear 38-40 D-DD depends on bra. I've...

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Will Insurance Cover Breast Reduction for D Cup Breasts?

I'm 5'9" with size 32D breasts. I am very athletic and small framed. I would love to get rid of back, neck, and shoulder pain as well as...

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Breast Tissue and Fat Weigh the Same?

I wanted to know if breast tissue and breast fat weigh the same? Also, my surgeon said I would need 500 grams taken out of each breast. I am at least...

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Breast Reduction of D Cup Breasts on a 16 Year Old?

I'm 16 years old, and I've had problems with my large breasts for years now. I wanted to know if Breast Reduction is a good option, and what kind of...

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Will Insurance Allow Breast Reduction from F to D Cup?

I have always been large breasted and have always wanted a reduction. In the past 2 years, I have given birth to two children and breastfed. My...

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Second Breast Reduction - Will It Make Scar / Sensation Worse?

Had a breast reduction 5 years ago. Believe my true cup size was a G cup, and asked to go down to a C cup. Well I ended up with a D cup size and after...

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Possible to Have Complete Breast Reduction and Implants?

I'm 5'3, 120 lbs, 27-year-old with 34D breasts. They are very uncomfortable. My lower back always hurts (while sleeping, sitting, etc). Is it...

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Insurance Coverage for Reduction / Correction of my Uneven Breasts?

I went to a plastic surgeon, and he said that most insurance companys would cover my surgery because of the fact I'm in really bad back pain and...

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Is 15 Years Old Too Young for Breast Reduction?

I went to get a consultation yesterday, and the doctor told me to wait. im a 36D i have all the symptoms of big breasts. (sagging, back,neck, and...

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Possible to Have Breast Reduction Results Similar to Augmentation?

I'm 5'3, 120 lbs, 27 y/o with 34D breasts. They are very uncomfortable. My lower back always hurts (while sleeping, sitting, etc). I am considering...

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How Would A 325 Gram Reduction Look On My Current D Cup Breasts? (photo)

I'm seriously looking into have a breast reduction after suffering from terrible back pain. I called my insurance company recently, and was told...

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Am I a Good Candidate for Breast Reduction with my Insurance

I am currently 24 years old 111-114lbs and wear a D cup or DD if the brand runs small. I try to exercise by doing something low impact such as pilates...

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Is 13 Too Young for Breast Reduction Surgery?

I am 13, 5''3, weigh about 150lbs, and have 40 D breasts. My breasts limit me. My back is constantly hurting, my shoulders have cuts on them...

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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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36 Years Old, 5'1" and 155lbs. I Wear a 38D. Would Breast Reduction Help my Pain?

Underwire bras hurt and it feels better if I hold my breats up. I have lost some weight, but it has not helped reduce breast size. Any suggestions??

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Will Going from a D Cup to a C Cup Make a Difference in my Pain and Posture?

I had a child 9 months ago and during pregnancy I went from a D cup to a DD. I was in pain and discomfort when I was a D, I tried pilates and yoga to...

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Breast Reduction + Implants and Capsular Contracture - What Should I Do?

Had breast reduction w/silicone impl same time ~ 1yr ago,D to B. Wanted breast that look full& my surgeon said can't achieve with reduct....

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What's my Bra Size? Could I Get a Reduction?

Hello , im an 18 yr old female. im 5 foot 3 inches, 139-140 lbs,, and im wondering what bra size i am i know it varies from doctor to doctor, but...

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Which is Better Breast Reduction or Breast Lift?

I'm 19 years old, 32D and although I've never found them heavy my breast have been sagging ever since I can remember. I am scheduled for a...

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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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Teen Breast Reduction, When is a Good Time to Get this Done?

I'm a few months from 18, 5'1, 130lbs, 38D breasts... Constantly told by family and friends, to keep my size and I'll be happy I did in...

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Estimated Breast Size After Reduction?

My doctor will remove the minimum required by insurance of 350. I am 5'7" tall and weigh 135 lbs. I now wear a full D cup and would like to...

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Am I a Good Candidate for Breast Reduction? I Have BCBS and Currently Live in ND.

I'm an 18 year old female, I'm 5'5 and 170 pounds, small frame and have fairly large breasts. Even at my healthy weight at 120 I had large...

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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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Am I a Good Candidate for Breast Reduction? (38D, 127lbs, 5'0)

I'm 18 years old. Currently, I wear a 38D bra. I'm 5ft and weight 127lbs due to gaining muscle at the gym. If I look in the mirror, I find...

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