Can my DDD cup heavy breasts cause scoliosis?

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I was diagnosed with minor scoliosis, could this be related to my heavy breast? 5’2/137lb/34DD-DDD

Dallas Buchanan, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. The short answer is no, the heavy breast weight cannot cause scoliosis. However, you may have other conditions that are related to your heavy breasts that may be helped with a breast reduction. Make sure you see a local plastic surgeon who is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery for a consultation to discuss your options.Good luck!Dallas R. Buchanan, MD, FACSOwner & Board-Certified Plastic SurgeonVIVIFY plastic surgery

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Overly large breasts can make a woman feel extremely self-conscious about herself in public and can cause back and neck problems because of the strain put on the spinal cord along with poor posture.  Heavy breasts are not the cause of idiopathic scoliosis whose cause is unknown. Recent studies have found some genetic evidence linked to scoliosis.Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

Craig S. Rock, MD, FACS · Answer

While large breasts can cause / contribute to back, neck and shoulder pain, they will not cause scoliosis.  If you are experiencing these symptoms, or just desire smaller breasts, I would recommend that you consult with board-certified plastic surgeons experienced at performing breast reductions.  They will be able to discuss the procedure with you in detail, including the risks and benefits.Best wishes.

Thomas Trevisani, MD · Answer

No. Scoliosis is a type of abnormal curvature of the spine. Mostly- congenital factors cause the abnormalities. The propensity for this is usually present at birth and manifests itself as the individual grows. Breast reduction is the procedure of choice to reduce large, pendulous breasts. I suggest that you seek an experienced Board Certified PS for in person exam

Lee B. Daniel, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for your question. Scoliosis involves an abnormal curvature of the spine, which is typically related to genetics and not overly large breasts. However, if the size of your breasts is causing back, neck or shoulder pain, a breast reduction may be an effective solution for you regardless. If this is something you might be interested in, schedule a consultation with an experienced board-certified plastic surgeon for an in-person evaluation and to discuss your options and possible breast reduction timeline in relation to your scoliosis treatment.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question. No, hypertrophic breasts will not cause scoliosis but can contribute to symptoms such as neck, back, shoulder discomfort.  If your breast size is of concern to you, from the functional or aesthetic standpoints, seek consultation with board-certified plastic surgeons who can demonstrate lots of experience achieving the types of outcomes you would be pleased with.   For the appropriately selected patient, breast reduction surgery tends to be one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform. Best wishes.

Reza Momeni, MD, FACS · Answer

In my opinion, unless the breasts are gigantic (meaning, hanging below the waiste), it's not easy for them change your spine.  I have not seen any studies on this topic however, so this is just an opinion based on my years of experience.In good hands, and for the right candidates, the results can be phenomenal, so be sure to select a board-certified experienced plastic surgeon to evaluate and treat you.

Daniel Greenwald, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

Breast size and weight cannot cause scoliosis, but breasts that are too big and too droopy can make back and neck pain worse.  if you have DDD breasts and scoliosis you should consider breast reduction.  In my experience with over 1000 reductions the relief is profound and immediate.

Ronald V. DeMars, MD (Retired) · Answer

Scoliosis is a bony developmental issue of the spine and rib cage and not caused by heavy breasts. But the symptoms can be aggravated by the breasts and almost all patients with breast reduction comment on improvement in back aches and pain.

Can my DDD cup heavy breasts cause scoliosis?

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