I'm 27 years old, 5'0" and I weigh 130 lbs. I am considering getting a Breast reduction, currently my breast size is 36DD.I am having lots trouble with breathing, sleeping, neck and back pain and grooving in my shoulders from bra straps. I also have had a problem with a sebaceous cyst under my right breast. The cyst had to be surgically removed after rupturing.Am I a good candidate for this surgery? And if so, How can I get my horizon HMO blue cross blue shield to cover the surgery?
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At 250 pounds with a large frame, it may be that a C size breast will appear too small compared to the remainder of your body. It is also a fact that a 42-44 bra size has a large C cup than a 36 C cup size. Rather than get fixated on a particular bra size...
It is understandable to be concerned after seeing images of complications from breast reduction surgery, but it is important to remember that these issues are relatively rare and often preventable. During a breast reduction, the blood supply to the breast tissue (particularly around the nipple)...