Did I Have My Breast Reduction Too Soon? They've Grown Back. What Are My Revision Options?

asked 7 months ago by Becky90 in Florida
Latest answer by John P. Di Saia, MD
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Tags: grow back, options, revision

Hello, In June 2010 I underwent a Breast Reduction at 19 years old. I'm 5ft 8 and very active with not much body fat. I went from a size DD down to a C.. I wanted to be a Bcup but was very happy with the procedure overall. However they have grown back. Is it possible I wasn't finished developing when I had my procedure? As an athlete I was really looking forward to the freedom of Bcups & I'm upset they are back up to Dcups. I would like a revision, is it realistic/possible to make them smaller?

5 answers to Did I Have My Breast Reduction Too Soon? They've Grown Back. What Are My Revision Options?

Breast Reduction Redo?

Thank you for the question. I'm sorry to hear that the breasts size have increased so soon after surgery. I do not think that you did the wrong thing having the surgery done at the age of 19; it is somewhat unusual for the breasts to increase in size so soon however. It is very “realistic/possible” to make the breasts smaller with an additional breast reduction procedure. Care must be taken during this procedure to avoid compromise of the blood... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Redo Breast Reduction

Hello, Sorry to hear of your troubles. It is more common for younger patients to have breast growth after breast reduction surgery in comparison to older patients. It used to be a reason some surgeons used in delaying breast reduction surgery in younger patients. A revision is of course possible. Best Regards, John Di Saia MD

John P. Di Saia, MD
Orange Plastic Surgeon

Breast regrowth after reduction

I would have to agree with the other respondents about regrowth of your breasts only one year after a successful breast reduction surgery. At 19, most breasts are plateauing in their growth although minor increases can occur into your early 20's. I would not be worried about symmetric enlargement of your breasts if it is subtle. However, rapid asymmetric growth may indicate something more worrisome. In either case, a visit to your plastic surgeon should be your... more

Andre Panossian, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Breast regrew?

It is unsual that at 19 your breasts would enlarge after a breast reduction more than a year ago. You should probaly go back to your surgeon to be re-evaluated.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Second breast reduction

Breasts often change in size with hormonal changes (puberty, pregnancy), aging (fat vs. breast tissue) and weight fluctuations. After age 19 (and assuming you are not pregnant), it is not often that breasts continue to significantly grow, but anything is possible. I would recommend seeing your physician and/or plastic surgeon for a breast exam to rule out any other possible causes of breast hypertrophy (enlargement). If necessary, a second breast reduction can usually... more

Michelle Spring, MD
Marina Del Rey Plastic Surgeon

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