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I Am 21 Years Old and 5'1, Weigh 145lbs, I Have 36G Breast, Which Are Starting to Not Fit into my 36G Bras. Reduction Candidate?

asked 5 months ago by Bugglet
Latest answer by John G. Apostolides, MD
Question viewed 319 times
Tags: age 18-24, 130-149 lbs, 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in, candidate, G cup

I am 21 years old and 5'1, weigh 145lbs, I have 36G breast, which are starting to not fit into my 36G bras, do you think it would be a good idea for me to get a reduction? Would I be able to get some help from my insurance company? I used to be a runner, but since my breast kept growing each year it has become more and more difficult to workout in the least bit. What is the likelihood that a reduction would benefit me? Would it lessen my back pain? Are there any great surgeons in AL?

8 answers to I Am 21 Years Old and 5'1, Weigh 145lbs, I Have 36G Breast, Which Are Starting to Not Fit into my 36G Bras. Reduction Candidate?

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Breast Reduction: Am I a candidate for surgery? Relief of Symptoms!

Breast Reduction surgery is one of the highest satisfaction surgeries that are performed. Women often have significant symptoms as a result of very large breasts (macromastia). Common complaints are neck and back pain, shoulder pain and grooving, chronic moisture and rash of the skin folds of the breast, and difficulty with activity. If these problems are documented, and photographs and clinical evaluation are submitted to insurance companies, they will often cover this... more
John G. Apostolides, MD

La Jolla Plastic Surgeon
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Breast Reduction

Women with heavy, pendulous breasts can suffer from a skeletal imbalance that contributes to back, neck, and shoulder pain. Some experience numbness in their hands and breathing problems due to nerve compression as their breasts pull down on their shoulders. Many women actually have grooves cut in their shoulders by their bra straps. They can develop a rash under their breasts, especially during warm weather. Psychologically, many patients have felt self-conscious about their breasts since... more
Joe Gryskiewicz, MD

Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon
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Yes, insurance companies can cover breast reduction

Yes, from what you describe you may be a candidate for breast reduction. Insurance may pay for it if you meet their criteria. See a plastic surgeon in your area for an evaluation and measurements. A precertification and predetermination can be done before the breast reduction to ensure that your insurance company is going to cover the procedure. Best of luck.
J. Jason Wendel, MD

Nashville Plastic Surgeon
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You sound like a great candidate for breast reduction.

Hi. I wrote this article about a year ago. I hope it is helpful. 80% of breast reduction questions on RealSelf are about insurance coverage. Here are some helpful points. 1) Insurance companies try very hard not to pay for breast reduction, even though they should. Even small breast reductions relieve many symptoms such as back pain and shoulder pain, and even some types of headaches. 2) Very big reductions (like from an F cup to a C cup) will... more
George J. Beraka, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Breast reduction

It is really your choice to have a breast reduction. If you have symptomatic macromastia (i.e. back and ndeck pain) you may very well be a candidate.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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It sounds as if you would be a great candidate

Women who have breast that are out of proportion to their body size are usually good candidates for breast reduction surgery. Given your young age you do need to be aware that you may not be able to breast feed after the procedure. With the size of your breasts this would probably be a good trade off. Good luck with the procedure, Dr T
Scott Tucker, MD

Winston Salem Plastic Surgeon
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Breast Reduction Candidate?

Thank you for the question and congratulations on your decision to look into breast reduction surgery. It is one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform. Based on your description you may be a good candidate for breast reduction surgery; for physical and emotional reasons.
The best way to obtain insurance coverage for breast reduction surgery involves some “hoops” to jump through. The more documentation you have (for example, from your primary care doctor,... more
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Breast Reduction Candidate

You should be able to be considered for a breast reduction if you meet certain criteria. Call a Board Certified plastic surgeon or get a referral from your primary care doctor. You may want to ask the surgeon's office ahead of time if there is anything else they would like you to bring (insurance information, name of primary care physician). For breast reduction surgery, it would be good to find out what criteria your insurance company requires to approve the surgery and... more
Karol A. Gutowski, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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