What can you recommend as I want my belly to stop hanging (I'm sick from RA)? (Photo)

Hello, thank you for question. It is hard to tell from proper photos and a physical examination is required. I recommend you to schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon.

Dear Intuitive917841,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to 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

You mentioned many concerns. You will want to begin by speaking with your rheumatologist about your RA pain to get that under better control. You can meet with a board certified plastic surgeon near you regarding your concerns of your breasts, abdomen and legs. Be sure to discuss all medications you take with the surgeon. Please be aware that elective plastic surgery is not be covered by medicare/medicaid.

Hello and thank you for your questions and your picture. Based on what you are saying, I recommend that you start with a consultation with your primary care doctor to address your diet and begin to put in place a serious weight loss program. With the help of a nutritionist and an exercise program you should be able to start losing weight.

Once you have achieved an appropriate weight through your weight loss program I recommend that you consult with a plastic surgeon to discuss a treatment plan for your body contouring procedures. However, most of these procedures may not be covered by insurance and will require an out of pocket expense.

As for your heavy breasts, your health insurance may cover a breast reduction and this procedure may help alleviate your distress.

Best wishes!

Your insurance might cover a breast reduction, but you will need to start with your primary care doctor and discuss this. Insurance will not cover a tummy tuck with no weight loss and never covers liposuction.