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Don't Want to Be Too Small but Am a 34 DDD/DD but Have Neck and Shoulder Pain and Grooves. Any Suggestions?
asked 4 months ago by meliemay
Latest answer by Steven Wallach, MD
Question viewed 70 times
Tags: DDD cup, neck pain, shoulder pain
5'3 and 140
3 answers to Don't Want to Be Too Small but Am a 34 DDD/DD but Have Neck and Shoulder Pain and Grooves. Any Suggestions?
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Breast reduction and final size
Without an exam it is difficult to say what is best for you. Certainly if you are a DDD reducing your breasts to a C or even a D may be possible and still reduce your breasts significantly. Again, the exam is key.
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Breast Reduction
I think you should talk with a surgeon about a breast reduction and discuss your size concerns. Most patients see a dramatic relief in neck and shoulder pain after the surgery, assuming it's not some cervical disk issue.
Ronald V. DeMars, MD
Portland Plastic Surgeon
Portland Plastic Surgeon
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Breast Reduction Candidate?
Thank you for the question.
Based on your description you may be a good candidate for breast reduction surgery; it tends to be one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform.
I would suggest a person consultation with well experienced board-certified plastic surgeons.
Before undergoing the breast reduction procedure it will be very important to communicate your size goals with your surgeon. Most patients, like you, wish to achieve a enough of a reduction to...
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