Can I get a breast reduction if I'm overweight by 150lbs? (Photo)

Thank you for your question.It is always best for a patient to have a lower BMI to decrease the incidence of risks and complications associated with any type of surgical procedure. Fat necrosis, slower healing process, infections due to decreased vascularity from higher fat content, not to mention anesthesia complications, etc. Please consider loosing weight before undergoing any type of body contouring procedure.Best wishes,Gary Horndeski M.D.

You would be a great candidate for a a breast reduction but you should be at a stable weight before attempting any kind of cosmetic procedure. Also known as reduction mammoplasty, this is an operation intended to reduce the size of a woman’s breasts and improve their shape and position. Frequently, the areola (dark skin around the nipple) is also made smaller. Functional symptoms (medical disorders) caused by excessive breast weight may be relieved or improved by this operation.Women who have large, heavy breasts, which may be the cause of movement difficulties, back, shoulder and neck pain, poor posture, bra-strap indentations and chafing under the breasts will benefit from reduction. Women with excessive breast size, which may decrease a sense of attractiveness and self-confidence, are candidates.Large breasts that interfere with normal daily activities or with exercise will be more comfortable when reduced.

Thank you for the question.At some point you will be an excellent candidate for breast reduction surgery. Although I am sure you will benefit from breast reduction surgery now, it will be in your best interest to reach a long-term stable weight prior to proceeding with the surgery. This recommendation is based on safety of the procedure as well as predictability/quality of the long-term outcome of the surgery. Best wishes as you work towards your goals.