Is 32E a good candidate for breast reduction surgery?

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I am 21 years old, 5 foot 7, and 138 lbs. I have always had larger breasts and while some people do not think they look out of proportion, I find them to be too large and I have back and neck pain from the heaviness. Am I a good candidate for reduction surgery? Or with my proportions will that look odd.

Ozge Ergun, MD · Answer

Based on your complaints, you will be a good candidate for breast reduction surgery. This surgery will help to reshape your breast and you will be able to move comfortably as your proporion will improve. To start the process, you should contact a Board Certified Surgeon. I wish you all the best.

Jose M. Soler-Baillo, MD, MS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Based on your description, it sounds as though you would be a worthy candidate for a breast reduction surgery.  To confirm this, please be seen in person by a board certified plastic surgeon who is an expert in the procedure.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

It is hard to say whether you are a candidate and the final result of your breast reduction if you had the procedure performed.  Please seek several consultations from board certified plastic surgeons.

Dallas Buchanan, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Without pictures or an exam, it would be hard to tell you exactly what would be the best for you. That being said, if you think your breasts are too large and you have having symptoms of pain and discomfort because of your breasts, then yes, you should consider seeing someone for a consultation for a breast reduction. If you are wanting insurance to cover it, then there is a certain amount of tissue that must be removed for your body size, and your plastic surgeon can discuss this with you in detail. Get a consultation with a local plastic surgeon and discuss your options.Best of luck!

Sugene Kim, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi, jennifer13xx.  Thanks for your question.  Breast reduction is a great procedure if you have large breasts and have physical symptoms from them.  Breast reduction will help relieve your physical symptoms as well as make you more active and fit into clothes better.  Please visit a board-certified plastic surgeon to learn about different types of breast reduction, benefits, risks, and limitation of the surgery.  Good luck.

Frederic H. Corbin, MD (license restricted) · Answer

Thank you for your question and by any standard an E is a very large breast so YES you are a good candidate for a reductionDr Corbin

Ronald V. DeMars, MD (Retired) · Answer

Without photos, there is no way to comment on your proportions. But if you feel you are too big, then you will enjoy the benefits of a breast reduction, just as patients who feel they are too small enjoy the results of augmentation. That's called body image.

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