Possible to reduce breasts from 38D to a c-cup?

Im a 21 year old female with 38D breast, I have pain in my back and rolled shoulders. I've also developed a rash underneath of my breast. I'm considering a

breast reduction

to a C-cup is that plausible?

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12 answers to “Possible to reduce breasts from 38D...”

A: Small reductions are possible

William B. Rosenblatt, MD

As others have noted, there is no standard size for a bra, so it is possible  you are bigger than a D and will end up around a C. Small reductions can help you with your issues, although no plastic surgeon can promise you that the shoulder back and neck pains will go away. The goal will be to have you... more

A: Certainly possible

Shahram Salemy, MD

It sounds like you would be a potentially good candidate for breast reduction, but I think it's important to not just consider the bra size, but the overall shape, symmetry, and long term results that you could get from a breast reduction surgery.  Fitting well into a C-cup bra should likely be achievable... more

A: A C cup is a reasonable expectation for breast reduction

Robert M. Jensen, MD

Going from a 38D to a C cup is usually possible with a very nice aesthetic result.  Often times insurance will also pay for the procedure, depending on your insurance and the amount of tissue to be removed.  Your plastic surgeon should be able to advise you.

A: Go for the results not the number.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

This can be achieved and generally should represent a reduction of your breasts by an average of  200-300. However, the difficulty is that not all bra cups are designed by the same standards and I would not be fixated on the absolute cup size but by the improvement achieved. Bra designers are not... more

A: Absolutely.

George J. Beraka, MD

Hi!  Your expectations are so reasonable.  This is routine.  Breast reduction techniques and results vary a lot.  So find a board certified plastic surgeon, and ask to see lots of before and after pictures. You will have some scars of course, but they fade.  You probably will need a... more

A: Should be no problem

Scott E. Kasden, MD

Discuss this with your surgeon.  He will want to know what your desires are, and though no guarantee can be made, what you describe is a reasonable goal. sek

A: it is possible

Michael S. Beckenstein, MD

There are no standard bra sizes and I never promise or predict the outcome based on cup size. Estimates can certainly be given, however. I use patients size request as a guideline of the amount of reduction that would be necessary. But, yes, a modest reduction can be performed for you to alleviate your symptoms..

A: Yes it is certainly possible

Francisco Canales, MD

It sounds like you are a good candidate for breast reduction and have realistic expectations.  Visit with a borad-certified plastic surgeon.  Make sure you view photos of the scars themselves so you can see exactly where they are.  In general, breast reduction patients are thrilled they went... more

A: Absolutely!

Robin T.W. Yuan, MD

Going down approximately one cup size might be able to be done with simple liposuction although there is less control of shape. Depending how much of your concern is size/weight and how muc is shape, treatment options will differ. In general, the more shaping you want, the more scars you will require. Also,... more

A: Generally yes, a C cup is possible.

Brian J. Lee, MD

By your description it sounds like you may be a good candidate for breast reduction.  A certain cup size cannot be guaranteed as the bra manufacturers are not standardized in their cup sizing.  The breasts will  be reduced in size and generally made much more proportional for your body frame... more

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