I finally decided to start my breast reduction journey after dealing with many, many years of back and neck pain, headaches and numbness in my hand and arm. I am currently a size 44H and have been that size for about 10 years. I started developing breasts and wearing training bras at the age of 8. By the time i finished elementary school i was a size 36C. In junior high i went up to a 38D and by high school was a 38DDD. By the time i was 19 I made it to a 40H. So as you can see, I've had very large breasts most of my life. I'm also on a weight loss journey and I wanted to lose some weight before having the surgery but i find it difficult to workout efficiently, especially doing cardio, because I always have to hold down my breast even when wearing 2 bras.... I finally made an appointment with a plastic surgeon named Dr. Scot Bradley Glasberg who was highly recommended by a friend of mine who recently had a breast reduction by him. My appointment is next week 2/10 and I'm so excited! Tomorrow I have an appointment with my primary doctor to get a referral. I'm so hoping that everything goes smoothly with my insurance approval. If anyone has any tips for me please feel free to comment. I would greatly appreciate it!!
Updated on 10 Feb 2015:
Today i had my consultation with Dr. Glasberg and it went pretty good. He and his staff were very nice and informative. I had to do since paper work when I first arrived and then I waited to be seen by the doctor. When they called for me they told me to remove my top and bra and put on a gown. The doctor then came in and asked my some questions regarding my height, weight, pains, medical history and what size i want to go down to. He then explained to me the process of getting a breast reduction as well as the risks of losing sensation and being able to breastfeed after the surgery. He said i needed to have a mammogram and try to lose some weight before the surgery. I also have to get a referral letter from my pcp to give to the insurance company. My surgery is scheduled for June 1, 2015, which is about 3 and a half months away. I wish it was sooner but that does give me more time to lose as much weight as i can before the surgery. I'm so excited!!! I can't wait fur surgery day and to say goodbye to these weights on my chest!
Updated on 30 Apr 2015:
So I've sent in all my paper work and now I'm just waiting to see if I'll be approved. My doctor says it shouldn't be a problem with my insurance so we'll just have to see. I'm so excited and a bit nervous....
Updated on 18 May 2015:
My surgery is in 2 weeks so I was a little worried because I didn't hear about the approval yet. I called my doctor's office and I was informed that I was approved!!!! I can't believe it because I really thought the May deny me. I'm so excited, but now I'm starting to get nervous. I feel like I'm dreaming because I wanted this for so long so it seems unreal.....
Updated on 26 May 2015:
I had my pre op appointment today and it was quick and simple. Just had to fill some paperwork out and answer some questions. I was informed of my restrictions and given a letter for work. On Thursday I have to get a physical and Friday they will let me know what time my surgery will be on Monday. I'm still excited but getting more and more anxious. Last night I barely slept due to anxiety attacks. Hopefully I can get it under control before the surgery....
Updated on 31 May 2015:
So I have to be at the hospital in about12 hours (7am). My emotions have been on a roller coaster ride! Deep inside I feel like everything is gonna be ok but I'm still freaking out a bit. Kind of like I felt on my wedding day... Lol. I'm just ready for a successful surgery and to have new smaller beautiful breasts!! Will keep you updated. I'm going to try to get some pics in the hospital.....
Updated on 15 Jun 2015:
I've been off of here for a while because I was very frustrated for a couple of weeks. I was supposed to have my surgery on June 1st but for reasons beyond my control it was canceled. I waited two weeks for a new date and finally got a call today(after harassing them every other day) that my new date is June 29th. So I'm excited again but ready for this to be over with!!!
Updated on 15 Jun 2015: