Hello, I had a breast reduction when I was 18 (17 years ago) and am wondering if there’s anyway to tell if my milk ducts were preserved during the surgery? Or is the only way to know this post pregnancy / attempts at breastfeeding? My nipple sensation never returned after the surgery and my nipples became flat. Based on my scars, I had an anchor or inverted T type reduction. Thank you so much for any info you can provide!
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In order to have the procedure covered by insurance you will need to visit with a plastic surgeon for an evaluation. Your surgeon will discuss your history including issues you've had due to the size of your breasts. The surgeon will collect needed data and submit it to the insurance company...
Thanks for your question! I wouldn't focus on the cup size. However, you will always be a slightly larger cup size because of the width of your breasts. Even though you will be maybe a D cup, you won't be a true D. I would suggest one or two more opinions, but I wouldn't be surprised if you hear...
Typically patients who undergo a breast reduction can decrease their breasts by multiple bra cup sizes. In addition a lift is part of the breast reduction procedure so your sagging breasts will be revised so that the nipple position is raised and the excess skin is removed along with excess...
