I am 15, I currently wear a 34G. I'm 5'4 and around 150 lbs. I've recently had to quit playing soccer which I've played since I was 6, due to back pain and posture problems. I'm very self-conscious, I wear minimizer bras and tight sports bras trying to conceal the mounds on my chest. I desire to be smaller, and happier. I feel as if I can't wear things I wish I want to because of my bust size. So the question is, is breast reduction a possible choice for me?
Answer: Breast reduction for a 15 year old Breast reduction is possible. It really depends on your Surgeons philosophy. If you have significantly large breasts, which you may, then surgery may be an option. You must undergo significant consultation by your plastic surgeon along with your parents. You should get several opinions.
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Answer: Breast reduction for a 15 year old Breast reduction is possible. It really depends on your Surgeons philosophy. If you have significantly large breasts, which you may, then surgery may be an option. You must undergo significant consultation by your plastic surgeon along with your parents. You should get several opinions.
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July 31, 2014
Answer: I'm 15 yrs old, 34G, 5'4, and 150 lbs. Is breast reduction a possible choice for me? I'm sorry to hear about the physical and psychosocial problems your disproportionately large breasts are causing. It is probable that you are dealing with juvenile breast hypertrophy along with the physical and psychosocial consequences of this diagnosis. In other words, the breasts are too large for yourr frame causing both physical and psychological distress. In my practice, timing of breast reduction surgery is determined on a case-by-case basis. It is not too early to do your homework and learn as much as possible about breast reduction surgery and the potential risks and complications associated with the procedure. As you learn about breast reduction surgery, make sure you read about the potential risks/complications associated with the procedure. You may find the attached link helpful in this regard. For example, unsatisfactory scarring is one of the potential complications. Make sure you also understands that further surgery may be necessary in the future (for example if the breasts were to grow in size again). On the other hand, breast reduction surgery is one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform and I think that for the right teenager (enough symptoms) it may be an excellent option (regardless of the age). Sometimes breast reduction surgery is covered through health insurance. The best way to obtain insurance coverage for breast reduction surgery involves some “hoops” to jump through. The more documentation you have (for example, from your primary care doctor, physical therapist, chiropractor etc.) the better when it comes to obtaining insurance “authorization” for the procedure. This documentation and letter/pictures from your plastic surgeon will help you obtain authorization. When the time is right, seek consultation with well-trained/experienced board-certified plastic surgeons. I hope this, and the attached link, helps.
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July 31, 2014
Answer: I'm 15 yrs old, 34G, 5'4, and 150 lbs. Is breast reduction a possible choice for me? I'm sorry to hear about the physical and psychosocial problems your disproportionately large breasts are causing. It is probable that you are dealing with juvenile breast hypertrophy along with the physical and psychosocial consequences of this diagnosis. In other words, the breasts are too large for yourr frame causing both physical and psychological distress. In my practice, timing of breast reduction surgery is determined on a case-by-case basis. It is not too early to do your homework and learn as much as possible about breast reduction surgery and the potential risks and complications associated with the procedure. As you learn about breast reduction surgery, make sure you read about the potential risks/complications associated with the procedure. You may find the attached link helpful in this regard. For example, unsatisfactory scarring is one of the potential complications. Make sure you also understands that further surgery may be necessary in the future (for example if the breasts were to grow in size again). On the other hand, breast reduction surgery is one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform and I think that for the right teenager (enough symptoms) it may be an excellent option (regardless of the age). Sometimes breast reduction surgery is covered through health insurance. The best way to obtain insurance coverage for breast reduction surgery involves some “hoops” to jump through. The more documentation you have (for example, from your primary care doctor, physical therapist, chiropractor etc.) the better when it comes to obtaining insurance “authorization” for the procedure. This documentation and letter/pictures from your plastic surgeon will help you obtain authorization. When the time is right, seek consultation with well-trained/experienced board-certified plastic surgeons. I hope this, and the attached link, helps.
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July 31, 2014
Answer: I'm 15 yrs old, 34G, 5'4, and 150 lbs. Is breast reduction a possible choice for me? Thank you for your question! I hope that these answers help in making your decision. You suffer from juvenile hypertrophy of the breasts, which is typically treated by breast reduction. It is not uncommon to have the symptoms that you describe such as neck/back/shoulder pain as well as infections/rashes and shoulder grooving, especially in teenagers once her breasts begin to fully develop. It is a reasonable decision - the decision will be yours ultimately.Once one begins to have the symptoms that you state above, consideration for a surgical procedure to ameliorate your symptoms, assist with self esteem, and allow you to get back to physical activities in your youth should be done. Given your symptoms, you would be an ideal candidate. You must first discuss with your parents and pediatrician, and then consulting with a plastic surgeon for evaluation and examination to assist you in deciding if this would be the right thing for you. Your surgeon will also go over what to expect as well as the risks and benefits of the procedure. Overall, your symptoms should be ameliorated almost immediately and hopefully give you more self confidence and an increased activity level. Your breasts may still continue to grow over the next several years, but it is certainly reasonable to consider this at this age with the issues that you are having. I hope that this helps! Good luck with your decision!
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July 31, 2014
Answer: I'm 15 yrs old, 34G, 5'4, and 150 lbs. Is breast reduction a possible choice for me? Thank you for your question! I hope that these answers help in making your decision. You suffer from juvenile hypertrophy of the breasts, which is typically treated by breast reduction. It is not uncommon to have the symptoms that you describe such as neck/back/shoulder pain as well as infections/rashes and shoulder grooving, especially in teenagers once her breasts begin to fully develop. It is a reasonable decision - the decision will be yours ultimately.Once one begins to have the symptoms that you state above, consideration for a surgical procedure to ameliorate your symptoms, assist with self esteem, and allow you to get back to physical activities in your youth should be done. Given your symptoms, you would be an ideal candidate. You must first discuss with your parents and pediatrician, and then consulting with a plastic surgeon for evaluation and examination to assist you in deciding if this would be the right thing for you. Your surgeon will also go over what to expect as well as the risks and benefits of the procedure. Overall, your symptoms should be ameliorated almost immediately and hopefully give you more self confidence and an increased activity level. Your breasts may still continue to grow over the next several years, but it is certainly reasonable to consider this at this age with the issues that you are having. I hope that this helps! Good luck with your decision!
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Answer: 15 year old and breast reduction If you have very large breasts that are causing you problems, then you may be a candidate but you would need permission from your parents to go for a consultation.
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Answer: 15 year old and breast reduction If you have very large breasts that are causing you problems, then you may be a candidate but you would need permission from your parents to go for a consultation.
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August 1, 2014
Answer: Breast Reduction for Teens: Is it a good idea? YES and YES! It is beyond your control that your breasts are too large. Young women who are mature emotionally but troubled by large breast consequences both physically and psychologically benefit immediately from the procedure. On my website there is a blog on Teenage Breast Reduction with a story from a 17 year old woman who had the procedure. She talks about her motivation, her parents attitude and her feeling after.
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August 1, 2014
Answer: Breast Reduction for Teens: Is it a good idea? YES and YES! It is beyond your control that your breasts are too large. Young women who are mature emotionally but troubled by large breast consequences both physically and psychologically benefit immediately from the procedure. On my website there is a blog on Teenage Breast Reduction with a story from a 17 year old woman who had the procedure. She talks about her motivation, her parents attitude and her feeling after.
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