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I'm pretty sure I have Poland syndrome (one breast) and I would like to get diagnosed , how do I do that?

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Vivid926551Jul 9, 2023

i have absolutely no breast at all o my left side then my right side is a C cup (was bigger but i lost weight). i want to eventually get reconstructive surgery for it but i have no clue how that works with insurance. if anyone has any info let me know thanks!

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