I Have Back Pain, Would a Reduction Be a Good Option?

asked 8 months ago by annabama in Tuscaloosa, AL
Latest answer by Steven Wallach, MD
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I am 18 years old and I wear 32G. I am 5'2, 125 lbs and wear a size 2. My breasts are real and they have been causing me a good deal of back pain for about six months. Would a breast reduction be a good option for me? And if so, is there a good chance insurance would cover it?

10 answers to I Have Back Pain, Would a Reduction Be a Good Option?

Bresat reduction

Based upon your description it sounds very possible that a breast reduction may be the right choice for you. Of course, an exam and discussion would be the best way to determine if this is the case.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Breast reduction surgery could be a great option for you

From the information that you provide, you appear to be an excellent candidate for a breast reduction. Given your apparent massive and disproportionately large breast size, symptoms will only get worse with time and the detrimental effects on your body can be permanent. Go see a reputable board certified plastic surgeon in your area. They can examine you and then submit the information to your insurance company. You need to make sure that breast reduction surgery is a covered benefit.... more

Steven Turkeltaub, MD
Scottsdale Plastic Surgeon

www.turkeltaub.com

Juvenile Breast Reduction

Thank you for the question. 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. Make sure you do your homework and understand the potential risk and complications associated with breast reduction surgery. You also understand that further surgery may be necessary in the future (for example... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

You are too young to go through life with back pain, and should seriously

Consider breast reduction whether or not it is covered by insurance. Given you overall size compared with the size of your breasts, and given the fact that at such a young age you are already experiencing significant symptoms due to the large size of your breasts, a reduction could make a big difference in your life. As far as insurance goes, the key to getting coverage by your insurance carrier is documenting symptoms such as back pain, neck and shoulder pain, and / or skin... more

Michael H. Rosenberg, MD
White Plains Plastic Surgeon

Breast reduction can alleviate back pain

Dear Annabama, You certainly would qualify for insurance covered breast reduction, however, you must establish 'proof' of need. Document, document, document! Most insurance carriers require documentation from other specialists before surgery is granted. So, get your primary, orthopedist, chiropractor, or pain specialists involved. Remember it is the insurance company's job to deny you and your job to make a 'case' for your surgery. Make sure all your symptoms are well... more

Gary M. Horndeski, MD
Houston Plastic Surgeon

www.horndeski.com

Good Candidate For Breast Reduction

You seem to be an excellent candidate for a breast reduction surgery with your petiteness and very large breasts and back pain. Your surgery should be covered by most insurance companies. Some companies will require a trial of conservative therapy even though this usually is only a delaying tactic. Other policies may have an outright exclusion for reductions. Obtain a consultation with a BC plastic surgeon who can help you sort through this.

John Whitt, MD
Louisville Plastic Surgeon

Brast reduction would help you, and you probably will get insurance coverage.

Insurance Coverage for Breast Reduction Article by George J. Beraka, MD Manhattan Plastic Surgeon 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... more

George J. Beraka, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Breast reduction surgery works well for patients your size.

Breast reduction surgery works well for the problems you have described, from my vantage point, over the Internet. After the procedure you may find it easier to excercise and strengthen you the muscles that support your back. I have had patients come in and tell my their back pain is gone 48 hours after surgery. Every patient has a different set of variables, but carrying the weight of a G cup, in my opinion, is never healthy. Breast reduction... more

Alan Weiss, MD
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

Breast Reduction and relief of Back Pain

Breast reduction surgery generally is associated with a high level of patient satisfaction. Many patients have good relief of back pain, neck pain, shoulder grooving from bra straps. The surgery may be best suited for patients near their ideal body weight as well. Consult a board-certified plastic surgeon in your area with experience doing breast reduction surgery to see if you would be a good candidate.

Stephen Delia, M.D.
Boston Plastic Surgeon

Breast reduction can alleviate back pain

I recommend consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon to see if you are a good candidate for a breast reduction. It sounds like you are not overweight, so a breast reduction may be the solution for your back pain. Depending on the amount of tissue to be removed and your health insurance plan, this may be covered. A board certified plastic surgeon can help you answer these questions during an initial consultation. Breast reduction can be a very rewarding procedure in the right patient... more