Breast Reduction: 54 years old; 36H/I American size and 36FF/G UK size. Never been pregnant. Second time’s a charm???

Over the years since 1990, when I had my first breast reduction, I had giant weight swings (50-70 pounds—gained and lost twice). I also took birth control pills for at least 20 of those years. And more recently, hormone replacement due to menopause. These factors made my breasts “grow back” even bigger than they were the first time! I’ve seen a few others mention this possibility on here. This absolutely CAN happen. I’m now a 36FF/G and my biggest was 36GG, which is a 36J in American-sized bras. I’ve been wanting to get this weight off my chest for many years now and wasn’t sure it would be possible due to the scar tissue from the first surgery and whether my insurance would pay for it this time. Luckily, Dr. Jennifer Murphy—who this app says is “retired”?—will be doing my surgery. We discussed a plan of how to reduce them taking into consideration my scar tissue. 

If you read my earlier post, then you know my previous surgeon was less than ideal. Well, he actually did my reduction in a scar pattern that nobody else has seen before! I have no idea how he came up with it. Dr. Murphy was kind of horrified that he gave me more visible/worse scars than the usual anchor pattern. He did not cut under my breasts. There are scars on either side of my nipples extending toward the middle and to the armpit. My scars are faded after all these years, but I think you can see them in the before photos I’ll post. 

Getting excited but also a little scared as my surgery date approaches. Only 5.5 weeks to go!

I had a breast reduction in 1990 when I was 26. I was slim at the time but had nipples that were even with my belly button and wore a 34E. It probably wasn’t the correct size because I didn’t realize that bras came in bigger cup sizes! I only consulted one doctor, but made sure he was a board-certified plastic surgeon. I even asked for references and spoke to a prior patient. I remember she told me that he left her breasts too large. I guess I was naive in thinking that it wouldn’t happen to me because I was clear that I wanted to be a B cup (I had been a ballet dancer and very much wanted small boobs).
Wellll, he left them too big. The surgery and recovery went well, but ultimately left me a D cup. I brought up the “still too big” problem at my follow up visit. He said to me “well, you can always have another surgery”. Who the heck wants to go through all of this again, not to mention the cost! He said that they were proportionate for my body and if he took too much away then there is nothing you can do. Hmmmm, ever heard of push up/padded bras or even implants??? I was sooo bummed out. I’m guessing that this male surgeon preferred larger breasts on women. He should have been open about his concerns of proportionality BEFORE the surgery when I asked for a B cup.
Okay, so lots of ranting. I just want to warn you all to be VERY cautious and make sure you are on the same page as your surgeon beforehand so that you will know what to expect.
My next post will be about my new journey and my upcoming second breast reduction. Cheers.