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I'm 16yrs Old and I Have Asymmetrical Breasts. What Can Be Done?

My right is a 38c and my left is a A cup. My breasts are way to different sizes. This is so embarrassing and it's taking control over my life. I can't wear any swim tops or even change in the girls shower room. I always have to wear a fake boob and double it so it can be equal to my right breasts. It's so embarrassing the thought if what if it slips out and everyone sees you wear a fake breasts. The smell afterwards is terrible due to sweating. Even if you wash it the smell doesn't go away.! :(

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19 Doctor Answers | Asked by Ashley_Santiago in Hartford,CT

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Congenital Breast Asymmetry?

Thank you for the question. There is a lot that can be done to improve the symmetry of your breasts. I think there are two important issues to think about: 1. Timing of the surgery ( ideally when you breasts have achieved their full growth) and 2. Selection of a well experienced board-certified plastic surgeon with significant experience treating breast asymmetry. There are several guidelines to follow in order to select the right surgeon. You need your plastic... more

See a plastic surgeon

At your age, you need your parents consent, go see a plastic surgeon, something can be done for you to make you more comfortable.

Breast augmentation +/- lift/reduction can correct the asymmetry

Hello, Sorry to hear about your difficulty but a solution is available. Without a photo a specific recommendation cannot be made but a breast augmentation with or without reduction or lift of the larger breast can be performed to reduce or eliminate the asymmetry you describe. Make sure you see several board certified plastic surgeons and look at their before and after photos. You want to see some examples of work that they have done with comparable asymmetry. All... more

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Significant breast asymmetry

Thank you for your question. Your situation is relatively common and also correctable. Options include placing an implant on the small side or reducing the larger side or a little of both. I recommend you discuss this with your parent(s) and make an appointment to see a Board-certified plastic surgeon for specific options. There is also the possibility but no guarantee that insurance may cover a portion of your expenses.

You can get your life back with a breast implant

Your psychological symptoms are exactly why there is no point in waiting to do something about your chest. You were born with one breast that was primed to develop and another that was not. There will be no further change to the smaller one by waiting until you are 22. By then your self esteem may be an even bigger problem. Plastic surgeons have several answers for this but they almost always involve putting an implant on the smaller side. At the same time you may... more

Congenital Breast Asymmetry can be corrected

Hi there- I'm very sorry to hear that you're having to deal with this problem... But on the other hand, you should know that hope is out there for you! I have managed many young women like yourself and can tell you that there is every reason to believe you can achieve breasts that look great and allow you to live the lifestyle you want. It is important to visit a surgeon with a lot of experience in both breast reconstruction and cosmetic breast surgery, in order to... more

Severe Breast Asymmetry

Assuming that the development in your larger breast is complete, now would be a good time to begin looking at your options by visiting at least two board certified plastic surgeons with at least one of your parents. You will need a breast implant on the smaller side and you made need some type of reshaping on the larger side to get the best symmetry. It's hard to be specific without the benefit of photos but I can understand why you would be reluctant to send them. Talk to you parents... more

Congenital breast anomalies

Ashley, I sympathize greatly with you. It's difficult enough being a teenager today without the added concerns about how to symmetrize your breasts. If you haven't brought your concerns to your parents yet, you should. They will also sympathize with you and want to do everything in their power to make you more comfortable. After getting your parents blessing your next step would be a visit to a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic... more

I'm 16yrs Old and I Have Asymmetrical Breasts. What Can Be Done?

Genetic or developmental breast asymmetry can be corrected in one to three operations. Best to see a FEW boarded PSs in your area with your parents.

Asymmetric breasts taking over my life

Get the small breast augmented, and the large one lifted or revised as necessary to match. Without a photo or in person evaluation, impossible to offer specifics, but your problem is not uncommon. See a board certified plastic surgeon in your area (or several) to explore solutions.

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