Breast Reduction and Hidradenitis suppurativa - how to get started, what to expect?

Question

I been diagnosed with HS and lately I been struggling with it under my breast area, upper stomach. My DR. And I have talked and agree that breast reduction can benefit me a lot. I honestly don't know my exact bra size tho to DDD sometimes can be small for me. I guess my question will be how to get started, what to expect on the process of getting approved by insurance and what is that like.

Scott C. Lindsay, DO · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.
The first thing to do is schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon. Have your physician send over all office notes, testing, etc. pertaining to  your breast area. The plastic surgeon then will submit all documents ( including his/her) to your insurance company. It can take 6 to 8 weeks to hear back with an approval or denial. Good luck!

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear X.rivera93,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

Hidradenitis typical occurs in the axillary area or groin area. What you have may not truly be HS but chronic irritation from moisture in that area. In either event a breast reduction may improve the situation by removing that skin and ire venting further irritation

Breast Reduction and Hidradenitis suppurativa - how to get started, what to expect?

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