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30yr old Post-op Breast Reduction

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30yr old Post-op Breast Reduction

Niki5454
$9,850
My physical recovery has been great. Very little pain from day one and I was able to return to work (which is pretty physically demanding) after 2 weeks and am now back to full activity. My back pain and migraines have been greatly reduced which was the intent for the procedure. Emotionally my recovery has been horrendous. After planning the procedure for a year and talking to the surgeon and others who have had the procedure I thought I was prepared, no one ever mentioned experiencing regret and loss. I was extremely depressed afterwards when I first caught my clothed reflection in the mirror. Even after 4 weeks I still cannot look at them in the mirror unclothed, and I can barely even look down at them without clothes. They look ridiculous and so completely not me. I posted on here and received some great feedback from others who have experienced this and it really helped to know that I'm not alone.

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William J. Koenig, MD (retired)

William J. Koenig, MD (retired)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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February 25, 2017

Thanks for sharing your story. I hope you'll find support within the community.

February 28, 2017

You are definitely not alone in your feelings.  Many people do have an emotional experience with this process.   How much of a reduction did you have?   Have you jumped into the Forums for support from others?