Can breast reduction be performed for a 16-year-old girl? Overall I am not huge, but I am trying to lose some weight, and my 38G breast size makes exercising difficult. I have lost some weight, but none of it has come from my breasts. Is surgery a good option? I feel like I have tried all the other recommendations, and I am in a lot of pain as well as constant discomfort. I have done a lot of research on this subject, and I am seriously considering it. Thoughts?
Answer: Breast reduction for teenager Breast reduction can certainly help you, however you should see an experienced board certified plastic surgeon for a medical consultation to find out if this is right for you. During the consultation, you'll discuss the risks associated with the procedure so you can make an informed decision. You will also require a parent or guardian to accompany you during your consultation, as you are a minor.
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Answer: Breast reduction for teenager Breast reduction can certainly help you, however you should see an experienced board certified plastic surgeon for a medical consultation to find out if this is right for you. During the consultation, you'll discuss the risks associated with the procedure so you can make an informed decision. You will also require a parent or guardian to accompany you during your consultation, as you are a minor.
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Answer: Proper age for Breast Reduction The typical age for a breast reduction is 16 years of age, or as long as the breast tissue is fully formed and not continuing to grow. With a parent or guardians consent, this procedure can be done in an ambulatory setting with utmost comfort and convenience for each patient. A Breast Reduction can most definitely help with your back, shoulder and neck discomfort by taking the weight off of the beast as well as lifting and compacting them. The recovery is quite simple and most patients are back to work, school or normal activities after just a few days with limitations of exercise for a few weeks.
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Answer: Proper age for Breast Reduction The typical age for a breast reduction is 16 years of age, or as long as the breast tissue is fully formed and not continuing to grow. With a parent or guardians consent, this procedure can be done in an ambulatory setting with utmost comfort and convenience for each patient. A Breast Reduction can most definitely help with your back, shoulder and neck discomfort by taking the weight off of the beast as well as lifting and compacting them. The recovery is quite simple and most patients are back to work, school or normal activities after just a few days with limitations of exercise for a few weeks.
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September 27, 2015
Answer: Breast reduction-age You should seek a consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in your area. They will be able to evaluate your situation. If your breasts are causing discomfort then insurance may cover the cost.
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September 27, 2015
Answer: Breast reduction-age You should seek a consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in your area. They will be able to evaluate your situation. If your breasts are causing discomfort then insurance may cover the cost.
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April 27, 2014
Answer: Breast reduction for a 16-year-old girl? Thank you for your question! I hope that these answers help in making your decision. You suffer from juvenile hypertrophy of the breasts, which is typically treated by breast reduction. It is not uncommon to have the symptoms that you describe such as neck/back/shoulder pain as well as infections/rashes and shoulder grooving, especially in teenagers once her breasts begin to fully develop. The decision for the procedure will ultimately be yours.Once one begins to have the symptoms that you state above, consideration for a surgical procedure to ameliorate your symptoms, assist with self esteem, and allow you to get back to physical activities in your youth should be done. Given your symptoms, you would be an ideal candidate. You must first discuss with your parents and pediatrician, and then consulting with a plastic surgeon for evaluation and examination to assist you in deciding if this would be the right thing for you. Your surgeon will also go over what to expect as well as the risks and benefits of the procedure. Overall, your symptoms should be ameliorated almost immediately and hopefully give you more self confidence and an increased activity level. Your breasts may still continue to grow over the next several years, but it is certainly reasonable to consider this at this age with the issues that you are having. I hope that this helps! Good luck with your decision!
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April 27, 2014
Answer: Breast reduction for a 16-year-old girl? Thank you for your question! I hope that these answers help in making your decision. You suffer from juvenile hypertrophy of the breasts, which is typically treated by breast reduction. It is not uncommon to have the symptoms that you describe such as neck/back/shoulder pain as well as infections/rashes and shoulder grooving, especially in teenagers once her breasts begin to fully develop. The decision for the procedure will ultimately be yours.Once one begins to have the symptoms that you state above, consideration for a surgical procedure to ameliorate your symptoms, assist with self esteem, and allow you to get back to physical activities in your youth should be done. Given your symptoms, you would be an ideal candidate. You must first discuss with your parents and pediatrician, and then consulting with a plastic surgeon for evaluation and examination to assist you in deciding if this would be the right thing for you. Your surgeon will also go over what to expect as well as the risks and benefits of the procedure. Overall, your symptoms should be ameliorated almost immediately and hopefully give you more self confidence and an increased activity level. Your breasts may still continue to grow over the next several years, but it is certainly reasonable to consider this at this age with the issues that you are having. I hope that this helps! Good luck with your decision!
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April 2, 2014
Answer: Wait Until Your Breasts Have Stopped Growing Before Breast Reduction Surgery
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April 2, 2014
Answer: Wait Until Your Breasts Have Stopped Growing Before Breast Reduction Surgery
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