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

asked 1 year ago by ConcernedCitizen in Nashville, IN
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
Question viewed 1,484 times
Tags: age 17 or under, 4 ft 11 in and under, candidate, DD cup, scoliosis, teenager

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 they should be. I wear a size 00 Short in jeans, which is super small. and my boobs are size 32-34DD, but they are falling out of this bra. So, a little bigger than that. If you have any suggestions, please please please email me! or leave comments on here!

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

Breast Reduction

Discuss your concerns with your parents and speak to your pediatrician. Together they can help determine if you are ready to discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon. Upon examination, discussion and consultation, your surgeon will be able to determine if you are a candidate for a breast reduction. Best wishes!

Christine Sullivan, MD
Columbus Plastic Surgeon

Breast reduction for teenager

It sounds like you are dealing with juvenile breast hypertrophy along with the physical and psychosocial consequences of this diagnosis. In other words, the breasts are too large for the frame causing both physical and psychological distress. It sounds like you have done your homework and understand the potential risk and consultations associated with breast reduction surgery. You also understand that further surgery may be necessary in the future (for example if the breasts were... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Breast Reduction at a young age

You may have a condition called gigantomastia. In this condition, a breast reduction can be performed at a young age with the understanding that repeat breast reduction or revision surgery may be necessary once you reach breast maturity. I would undergo evaluation by a board certified plastic surgeon to understand the risk to benefit ratio of undergoing the procedure at such a young age.

Paul S. Gill, MD
Houston Plastic Surgeon

Breast reduction at 16

You may very well be a candidate for a breast reduction, but this would require a consultation with a plastic surgeon with your parents' consent.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Symptomatic complaints of enlarged breasts in 15 year old

As long as your growth spurt is completed and your breasts have ceased growing, it is reasonable to consider breast reduction with the caveat that it may be difficult to nurse should you decide to do this at a later date. You should discuss this with your pediatrician

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Youngest Age for Breast Reduction

You question is a great one, and I am often asked what is the youngest age at with a breast reduction can be performed so you are not alone with this. With women entering puberty at younger and younger ages, the frequency with which I am asked can only go up. As long as you are healthy, a breast reduction can be performed at any age. So why don't plastic surgeons recommend breast reductions at the earliest possible age? In your case, size 00 with 32-34 DD+ breasts, you are well... more

Joseph Mele, MD
Walnut Creek Plastic Surgeon

Breast reductions in young adults

Age by itself is not the primary consideration for a breast reduction if you have symptoms. However, you may require a second reduction at some time in the future, especially after a pregnancy. Complication rates on second breast reductions are higher than first time. I would keep a copy of your operative report, so that if you do require a second reduction, the surgeon will know what technique was used the first time.

Jack Peterson, MD
Topeka Plastic Surgeon

Wait until breasts stop growing before you have Breast Reduction.

Hi. You can have a breast reduction now, but then you will likely need another when you are twenty. So I would wait two or three years, even though I know this is hard on you psychologically. see video

George J. Beraka, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Breast Reduction under age 18.

Breast reduction can be performed safely in women under the age of 18. Your size should be stable for six months and you should be finished growing as evidenced by stable ring and shoe size. Of course you will need to have your parents in attendance and consent to the procedure. I would advise you to seek a consultation with an experienced surgeon whom you feel understands your situation and you feel comfortable with. You should fully understand the risks of the procedure as well as the... more

Paul Vitenas, Jr., MD
Houston Plastic Surgeon

You can have a breast reduction at age 15

Breast reduction is possible at age 15, though your breast is still likely to grow and develop further. Breast reduction does pose certain trade-offs such as permanent scars on the breast, and a reduced ability to breast feed so you should consider reduction carefully, and only when you feel the time is right for you to make a decision. A full size breast is not always a bad thing and your breast though large may not be too big at all. It is just as possible that your friends that... more

Peter E. Johnson, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Breast reduction at age 15

It sounds that your breast size is way out of proportion to the rest of your body. The weight can aggravate your scoliosis symptoms and of course you are teased by your school mates. These ridicules are usually more vicious from other girls than boys, they assume that you are sexually promiscuous as well. These can have lasting psychological effects as you develop into a young woman. You should discuss your concerns with your parents and have your pediatrician refer you to a board... more

George Marosan, MD
Bellevue Plastic Surgeon

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

You may be too young, consult with a boarded plastic surgeon in your area. Make sure a parent accompanies you. Best of luck from MIAMI Dr. Darryl J. Blinski

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

15 Year-old Can Be Candidate for Reduction

If the growth of your breasts is stable and has not changed in the past 6-12 months, then I think you would be a good candidate for a breast reduction. If your breasts are still enlarging, it would be beneficial to wait until growth is completed before undergoing surgery.

John Whitt, MD
Louisville Plastic Surgeon

Yes with qualifications

First of all your parents would have to sign the permission for you. Second, you should have a stable shoe and ring size for at least 6 months. Third, you and your parents must accept the fact that doing surgery this early could lead to the need for a later revision. All that said, i'm a believer in dealing with overly large breasts at a time before they alter your participation in activities, your self-image and interpersonal relationships.