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My Ultimate Dream!!!! - Belleville, IL

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I have always had large breasts. Rashes under my...

alaurent1June 18, 2016
I have always had large breasts. Rashes under my breasts, shoulder indentations, lots of neck and head pain, and currently take 3-5 muscle relaxers a day to feel...okay. I tried therapy for a month. When I went in the first time, they said the top rib had been pulled out of place from tension...therapy didn't exactly hurt...but it didn't really help either. I spoke with any and every one about a possible br. And finally got a consult. June 21 is my consult date and I am beyond nervous and excited. I'm so scared the insurance will say no. However j have decided if that is the case...I I'll still do it..and pay as I can. Currently I am 5'4. 185...and yes. I tried losing weight.. the ladies stayed the same. And wear a 38 DDD, or 40 DD. I want SMALL. A 36 B would be perfect. But we shall see what they do says. I had a man ask...if I thought having smaller breasts would make me feel less feminine or less attractive. After restraining from ripping his head off...I explained...to the opposite.. I would probably never feel sexier than I do after the surgery. If anyone has advice or comments...I would appreciate it. You ladies are a blessing!

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Vidya Shankaran, MD

Vidya Shankaran, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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lafybug424
June 18, 2016
Hi. Thanks for sharing I just had my consultation on Wed. My ps made me feel so comfortable about my decision. As far as that person's comment goes , I get what he's asking. I myself was at first worried about how small would be too small for me especially after spending most of life being introduced to the world and judged by them. For me they have become apart of my identity,good or bad . My point is of course we'll be happy but I don't want to go from one extreme to another . When I explained this to my doctor , she told me she felt a large c would be appropriate for my body size and I trust the end result will be a wonderful and welcome change. I wish the same for you
alaurent1
June 18, 2016
Thank you so much!!! Let me know if you get approved!
KGKat
June 18, 2016
I bet your insurance approves the BR right away. When you have documented medical history and or a lot of tissue to be removed most of them approve it fast. Tricare did for me. I have a history of needing PT for neck, shoulder, and back pain too. It took about 8 days to get the approval. It will save them money in the end.
alaurent1
June 18, 2016
I would literally cry if I got an approval!!!!!! I want it more than anything
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NoJeaNne
June 18, 2016
I hope you get the results you are hoping for. I will keep you in my prayers. I will follow you on your journey.
alaurent1
June 19, 2016
Thank you!!!
Aidensnana
June 19, 2016
I had my consult with my PS on May 20th. I had my chiropractor and my massage therapist write letters stating why breast reduction surgery would benefit me. I also wrote a 2 page letter on my physical and emotional pain. The PS office submitted all the letters along with his report to my insurance. I thought for sure I would be denied...just the luck I have! But to my surprise I got my insurance approval this past Wednesday 6/15. I scheduled my surgery for 8/3 but after reading lots and lots of reviews on here....I decided that I need to call and reschedule for mid September instead due to work issues and vacation plans for the first week in September. So now I will be playing the waiting game again....ugh! Have as many supporting documents that you can to help speed up the approval!! Best wishes to you!!!!!
testrun36
June 20, 2016
Q: How will a BR reduce your 38/40 band size to a 36? A: It won't, but diet and exercise will. ?Which also often times also results in a decreased cup size.
alaurent1
June 20, 2016
Actually several woman have went down in band size with a br. I have done diet and exercise and nothing changed. So no. My cup size won't change by being less obese. Surgeons can do lipo on the side to reduce the excess breast tissue also known as "side boob" which is what makes the larger band size necessary. THAT is how I would get to a 36
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Questions!!

alaurent1June 19, 2016
So my consult is Tuesday. I'm beyond anxious to get there!!! But. To keep my mind occupied. I would love some input. What questions, comments, and topics should I bring up in the consult?
Also...anyone know here have bcbs IL? Any good review on this insurance?

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robynbyrdie
June 19, 2016
Same insurance here. I'd read up on the requirements for coverage prior to my consult and it was obvious that my PS was very familiar with them. He asked very pointed questions, worded exactly like the insurance company info. I was approved, even though I kind of doubted that I met all of the requirements, so hoping you get approval, too!
alaurent1
June 19, 2016
Where did you find the coverage requirements at? That would be great!
KGKat
June 19, 2016
At my consult I did not get to ask a lot of questions. They went over my medical history and asked for more detail about relevant things like about family history of breast cancer, back shoulder and neck problems etc. They took some measurements then took several pictures. The surgeon also did a physical exam, checked me for lumps and so on. Before the apt they had me fill out a questionnaire that had questions about what I wanted and why. The first consult was all about getting what they needed for the insurance paperwork. Tuesday I have my preop consult and they said I could ask all I needed to then.

If you have had a mammogram recently you should bring a copy of the results.
alaurent1
June 19, 2016
How long did your approval take
KGKat
June 19, 2016
8 days or so, assuming they got it in the day I saw them. They told me to expect it to be at least a month.
alaurent1
June 19, 2016
Wow you guys are giving me incredible hope!
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