I'm a 15 year old female with 34 F cup. My boobs are stopping me from participating in sports and activities.

The scar tissue or irritated tissue under you breasts will likely be removed during the breast reduction. Even if it is not removed, the decrease in stress on the tissues in this area after the excess breast weight is removed should allow it to resolve. Best is to discuss this directly with your...

Fever within a few days after surgery is concerning for a surgical site infection. Although the fever may also be caused by another unrelated illness, you should be evaluated by a medical professional sooner rather than later. Start by calling your plastic surgeon and telling her/him about your...

You should avoid blood thinners (aspirin, ecotrin, Bufferin, Excedrin, Anacin, ibuprofen, Motrin, Nuprin, Aleve, and any prescription NSAID unless specifically OK'd by your doctor) as well as Vitamins E, D, and A (they inhibit absorption of Vitamin K, which is needed for proper healing and...

Free nipple grafts (indeed, any skin graft) do not contain sweat or sebum glands (these reside below the skin and are not part of the nipple graft), and therefor are naturally dry and flaky without their own natural lubricant. This can lead to cracking, scabbing, and then bleeding when the...

Hi and thanks for your question. It's imposdible to give you medical advice without a personal consultation. You should ask your plastic surgeon these questions. It is not unusual to remove a pound of tissue from each breat but that decision is made by your surgeon. Best of luck!

It sounds like you would benefit from a breast reduction but your age and weight are somewhat of a concern. To prove to your insurance company (& the rest of us), you need to try and lose some weight first. If your breasts are still large and causing symptoms after the weight loss, then a better...