I'm 5'2" and 119lbs. I Am in a 32G Bra, Im 23 Years Old. My Back and Shoulders Are in Constant Pain?

How do i go about having a breast reduction and seeing if my insurance would pay for it. Is there anything else i can do other than the surgery? Help!

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I am in a 32G Bra, how do I get a Breast Reduction?

Breast Reductions are a tricky business in Louisiana. As a practicing PS in the area there are many insurance plans that exclude Breast Reductions as part of the policy. Many surgeons, including myself , will help you file for reimbursement from your insurance company after your procedure. It is a difficult process but BR patients are among the happiest. Good luck!

Back pain and large breasts

It sounds like you are an ideal candidate for breast reduction surgery. And, assuming that your back pain is caused by your large breasts as is probably, this surgery will probably cure your back pain. You should seek a consultation with a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery in your area who will also be able to help determine insurance coverage for you. Good luck to you.

Breast reduction

At a G cup with your height and weight, you are an excellent candidate for breast reduction surgery. See a board certified plastic surgeon in consultation who can explain the surgery as well as the insurance authorization process. Unfortunately, there is no solution other than surgery to alleviate your musculoskeletal complaints.

Breast Reduction Candidacy

Assuming that you are in good health, you should be an excellent candidate for breast reduction. Wearing a 32G bra, it is unlikely that anything else is going to improve your symptoms. Get a consult with a BC plastic surgeon who can communicate with your insurance co. re coverage.

Breast reduction and Insurance Coverage?

Thank you for the question. Breast reduction surgery is one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform. By removing “excess” breast tissue, adipose tissue, and breast skin this operation reduces and lifts the breasts to a higher position on the chest wall. By doing so, patients often find improvement in neck, back, and shoulder discomfort and find it easier to form their activities of daily living and exercise. Timing of the operation will depend on the... more

Large breasts and back pain

It sounds as though you are an ideal candidate for breast reduction surgery.Your insurance company may or may not cover this needed operation.Physical therapy to strenghten your back, and expensive bras may provide some relief but that only treats the symptom, not the problem. The longer you carry your heavy breasts the more symptomatic you will become. Because so many patients in Louisiana have policies that exclude breast reduction we do offer this procedure in our... more

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siemprebonita 10 Mar 2013

Other than surgery? See a physical therapist for devising exercises to develop and strengthen your back muscles. Your general practitoner can recommend one and an orthopedic surgeon can pinpoint the source of your pain. Get a sports bra to "hold your girls" in. (I recommend ENELL.) Make sure a professional bra fitter measures you for the accurate band as well as cup size. Get "comfy straps" made of silicone or cloth/plastic to act as "shock absorbers" under your bra straps to protect your shoulders. Surgery should indeed be the "last resort."

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