I'm a 22 year old female who recently just had a baby about a year ago. I've had a normal sizeC cup size but now I have DDD-F I'm very uncomfortable with the way I look trying to lose weight and get back to a size I'm comfortable with but my breast are in the way Is it normal for breast to get this large post pregnancy if so when should they start to decrease? Is there anything I can do to help the process move a little quicker I just want to be comfortable with my body again.
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April 10, 2016
Answer: When should breasts go back to normal size after pregnancy?
It is impossible to guide you without a consultation. In my practice I would perform a preop assessment a week before and if there were concerns I would arrange a consult with my anaesthetist. You are still a couple of weeks away and this may settle of its own accord. If things don't settle a...
Unfortunately, each insurance company has their own criteria. Large breasts (macromastia) or breast hypertrophy can occur in a variety of conditions (family trait, post pregnancy, excessive adolescent growth). In general when the excessive breast size causes functional problems, insurance will...
Bra sizes are not standardized amongst manufacturers so bra size does not equal breast size. That being said, if you are a 40F it is very likely you are large enough to meet most insurance company's requirements to have your breast reduction covered and paid for. However, a physical exam w...