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

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vickytodaroApr 7, 2015

I believe that my breast are done growing. They have been this size for over a year now. I am involved with many sports, as I am an active female. I have had to stop playing some sports though because of the pain in my back and neck.

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