I Am 15 and Have Size 32E Breasts Would I Be Able to Get a Breast Reduction, and if So How Would I Go About It?

Regarding: "I Am 15 and Have Size 32E Breasts Would I Be Able to Get a Breast Reduction, and if So How Would I Go About It?
So i am a size 32E and my breasts prevent me from playing some sports and swimming.I have really bad self confidence and self-esteem issues and suffer from back cramps I also now have very rounded shoulders which I did not have until my breasts got so large, my breasts have not grown for at least a year and a half. Can i get a reduction?"

There is NO doubt you would greatly benefit from a Breast Reduction. Being a minor your parents would have to understand your condition and its adverse impact on your life and support your having the operation. Most medical insurance companies would partially pay for this operation in your case IF your parents' policy has breast reduction benefits. If it does not, you will have to pay out of pocket.

Your best step is to see several Plastic surgeons who work with your insurance company and let them educate you and your parents on your options and how straight forward it will be working with your insurer will be. You can check these plastic surgeons with their listings by The American Society of Plastic Surgery (www plasticsurgery.org)

Dr. Peter Aldea

Dear Philadelphia,

Your condition is known as Virginal Breast Hypertrophy, or alternatively, juvenile gigantomastia, or juvenile macromastia.  The symptoms themselves warrant a breast reduction.  Be aware that even though your breasts have stopped growing for a year, it is possible that they can grow again even after a reduction.  Any  plastic surgeon will sympathize with your plight and be more than willing to assist you in having the surgery covered by insurance.  I recommend consultation with your parents and a board certified plastic surgeon to explore your options.  Good luck!