Is 56 to Old for Breast Reduction Surgery? I Am 5'2', 125 Lbs, 38DD?

My breasts have always been too big for my frame. clothing is doesn't fit correctly, and I've tried every bra on the market. More importantly, as i age, there are new issues. I have moderate full spine stenosis, which I have managed with exercise and epidural injections. I will not ever have spinal surgery. My breasts have made it difficult to exercise the way I want to and are no doubt contributing to back pain.

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No age limit for breast reduction

56 is not too old for breast reduction but you will need to have a medial clearance for general anesthesia. Since you are only a size 38 DD, the amount remoed will not be excessive. There is a new technique called The Ultimate Breast Reduction. No vertical scars are required and incisions are hidden around the areola or in the inframammary fold. Pain is relieved by transferring the weight to the underlying muscle. Areola sensation is often improved and upper... more

Breast reduction after age 50

Breast redcution patients are some of the happiest patients that plastic surgeons see. The most common comment that I hear after breast redcution is " I wish I had done this sooner"! Before your reduction your doctor will require you to get medical clearance ( a physical exam by your primary care doctor , labwork including a chest Xray and EKG as well as a mammogram). In healthy patients this is a very succesful surgery and the improvement in neck... more

Breast Reduction Surgery in Your 50's.

The short answer is, no, you are not "too old" to have a breast reduction procedure. A person's overall health is much more important than their age when it comes to being a plastic surgery candidate. A consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon is very important as you will not only discuss the details of your procedure but also its inherent risks. A lollipop incision breast reduction may be a good fit for you, as this short-scar procedure generally gives the... more

Overall health is key to safe surgery

You are absolutely not too old for breast reduction. I have many patients who have had breast reduction surgery in your age group. The question is are you in good health and without medical problems that would make you a higher risk for surgery. Spinal stenosis itself does not preclude you from surgery. Most patients feel significantly better after breast reduction. Please have a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon. If you are a good... more

Is 56 to Old for Breast Reduction Surgery? I Am 5'2', 125 Lbs, 38DD?

In considering surgery and it's risks, calendar age is of only minor importance. Your general health is definitely more important. If your health is good you should be an excellent candidate for the procedure.

Is 56 "TOO OLD" forPlastic Surgery?

As surgeons we should be first and foremost concerned with safety. Although age is SUGGESTIVE of your health status it is NOT the definitive criteria based on which we decide our patients suitability for surgery. Your overall health status after age 35 as determined by your weight, associated medical conditions, medications and supplements you may be taking are MUCH more important. When we are in doubt, we would ask evaluation and clearance by a Cardiologist (which may involve a Carsdiac... more

Breast reduction at Age of 56?

Thank you for the question. Assuming you are in good health you may be an excellent candidate for breast reduction surgery; it is one of the most patient pleasing operations performed, regardless of the patient's age. In your case, you may want to see your primary care or internists prior to consultation with a plastic surgeon. Ask for a medical workup ( history, physical, EKG…) and make sure that you are medically “optimized". Then seek consultation with well... more

Too Old for Breast Reduction?

Breast reduction patients are, as a group, the happiest patients overall following their surgery in my experience. Assuming you are in good health and don't smoke, you are not by any means too old to have it done and you are likely to be quite satisfied with the procedure. You might even be a candidate for liposuction breast reduction depending on your goals and current breast appearance. Best wishes.