Would breast reduction on a patient with EDS be a wise alternative to pain management?

Question

I have EDS and am a size DDD cup. If I had breast reduction surgery, what would the odds be of a positive outcome? Has this been done before to control neck, back, shoulder and breast pain?

James D. Frost, MD · Answer

Any surgery on the skin of a patient with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome can present challenges.  A breast reduction, which depends on the structure of the skin for support, would make those challenges greater.  With that said, a breast reduction is very like to relieve neck, back and shoulder pain in a woman with a DDD bra size.
I would recommend you see a board certified plastic surgeon and discuss your options.  Examination of your skin would be essential in judging your suitability for surgery.  It is worth your time to at least have an evaluation even if you and your surgeon decide to not proceed with surgery.
Good luck

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