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Are my nipple placement to high after Breast Reduction?

NewKaiMar 8, 2017
Are nipples placement to high ? I had ask my Dr and he says tattooing will be the best approach and to be honest my nipples has been peaking out my breast with every movement I do, making it very embarrassing for myself.

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Dr. Tom J. Pousti, MD
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Answered on Nov 15, 2018
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There is no doubt that you would benefit from a breast reduction. It is hard to get this covered by Medicaid but each state it different and not all plastic surgeons accept Medicaid. You might check with a medical center that has a plastic surgery residency. They are usually on Meidcaid. Good luck.

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