30F/ 30G in UK / US - bad posture and back pain. Should I do a breast reduction?

Breast reduction surgery has a high rate of patient satisfaction, mainly because it addresses the cause of a lot of the symptoms patients may be experiencing. In the United States, for insurance-based cases, surgeons will determine how much breast tissue they are going to remove based on your body surface area. By removing the weight of that tissue, we are aiming at alleviating symptoms such as: upper back pain, neck pain, headaches, shoulder grooving from bras, and rashes between or underneath the breasts. Most patients report that they have significant improvement in these symptoms following surgery. Something to consider at your age would be whether you are planning on future pregnancy and if you want to potentially be able to breastfeed in the future. Some breast reductions require a free nipple grafts, after which, a patient is not able to breastfeed.

From your description you may be a candidate for breast reduction. The procedure would reduce the breast volume as well as lift any sagging. Though not a guarantee, many women report improvement in neck and back pain after breast reduction, as well as less discomfort when exercising. See a board certified plastic surgeon near you for a consultation to learn more.

Hi Rascalychee!
Thank you so much for your question and for sharing this here.
Breast reduction can be life changing for patients who have a smaller frame and disproportionately large breast volume. Many women see improvement in back pain, neck pain, shoulder grooving, posture, and the ability to comfortably find bras and clothing that fit their body. Breast reduction decisions are based on tissue quality, degree of ptosis, skin elasticity, nipple position relative to the inframammary fold, gland vs fat ratio, and your personal shape goals. Technique and final size outcome are individualized — there is no “one formula that fits all.” During consultation your surgeon will go over expected scars, recovery time, and realistic surgical outcomes for your body.Every patient is unique — anatomy, history, physical exam, tissue quality, goals, skin elasticity, and surgical risk profile all change what is indicated / recommended. Because of this, this should not be taken as personal medical advice. The next step is always an in-person evaluation with a board-certified plastic surgeon that can examine you and discuss individualized plan options.
Hope this helps!
— Georgina Nichols, MD FACS