How Old Does a Person Have to Be to Get a Breast Reduction? (30GG, Age 14)

asked 1 year ago by AleighaGutierrez in Texas
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
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Tags: age 17 or under, female, 130-149 lbs, 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in, G cup

Im 14 turning 15 in october and I already wear a size 30GG cup Im 5ft 4in and weigh 135 lbs but most of that is muscle weight because I exercise everyday and it hurts so much and my shoulder straps give me indentions and my back is always hurtin, Also does blue cross cover breast reductions?

7 answers to How Old Does a Person Have to Be to Get a Breast Reduction? (30GG, Age 14)

Breast Reduction in Mid-teens

I have a patient near your age that I performed a breast reduction on recently. In order to be a good candidate at your age, your breast size should be stable (no longer increasing) and you must be mature enough to be aware of the potential risks and to do the things asked of you in order have your wounds heal satisfactorily.

John Whitt, MD
Louisville Plastic Surgeon

Juvenile Breast Reduction

It sounds like you are dealing with juvenile breast hypertrophy along with the physical and psychosocial consequences of this diagnosis. In other words, the breasts are too large for the frame causing both physical and psychological distress. It sounds like you have done your homework and understand the potential risk and consultations associated with breast reduction surgery. You also understand that further surgery may be necessary in the future (for example if the breasts were... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Breast Reduction in a 14 year old

Blue cross Blue shield should cover you in breast reduction surgery but it may be a slow and painful process getting them to respond to your inquiry. There is also the issue of consent. ... more

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Breast reduction age requirements

I am sorry that you having such problems at this age. There is no specific age requirement. However, if you are still maturing and growing, I would wait until that stops. Assume about 16 or 17. However, that is the norm. There are some individualas that have gigantomastia and still grow and and require surgery at an earlier age because the breasts are so large.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

How old does a person have to be to get a breast reduction?

I am sorry to hear that you are dealing with this at such a young age. Breast reduction could be a possibility. However, you definitely want to be as educated as possible and understand the risks of having this surgery at such a young age. Generally, we prefer patients to be at least 16 or at an age where growing is done or stable. It is important to weigh your options. While a reduction may get rid of some of your medical and emotional problems, you are also left with scars and the... more

Sam Speron, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Need Both Physical and Mental Maturity For Breast Reduction

For a breast reduction, you need both physical and mental maturity. You need to have been stable at your height and breast size for at least a year, and you need to be able to fully understand the risks involved with the surgery. Most women are not ready to undergo this until they are at least 16yo, since they can still be developing up until then.

Christopher V. Pelletiere, MD
Barrington Plastic Surgeon

A breast reduction

You need to go with a parent to see a boarded plastic surgeon in your area. In certain cases if you are a patient with "virginal hypertrophy" of the breasts than YES a reduction is in order at this age. But you with need a Peds clearance and an Endocrine clearance. Best of Luck from MIAMI Dr. B

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

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