Am I a Good Candidate for Breast Reduction? (38D, 127lbs, 5'0)

I'm 18 years old. Currently, I wear a 38D bra. I'm 5ft and weight 127lbs due to gaining muscle at the gym. If I look in the mirror, I find that I stand with my shoulders slumped forward, I often get upset when trying on clothes because even a large sized shirt wont fit right, I am self conscious when wearing tank tops, I get comments on how huge my breast are, my shoulder blades feel tender, I feel like I breathe heavily due to them, and they hurt my back if I bend over. Am I a good candidate?

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age 18-24 D cup 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in 110-129 lbs candidate shoulder pain

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Candidacy For Breast Reduction

You sound as if you would be an excellent candidate for a breast reduction with your large breasts, small frame, and symptoms. You should obtain a consultation with a BC plastic surgeon with whom you can discuss benefits/risks as well as aftercare.

Breast Reduction Candidate?

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, your breasts are too large for your frame causing both physical and psychological distress. As you think about breast reduction surgery make sure you do your homework and understand the potential risks and complications associated with the procedure. Unsatisfactory... more