Breast reduction?

Question

Abput what age do your breasts stop growing? Im 17 and want to get a breast reduction. I'm 5'2" with DDD-E sized breasts. I don't know what to do. Can anyone offer advice on what to do? And if you've had it done tell me what to expect.

Answer 1

You could get a breast reduction now, but you might not be done growing yet. Please wait a few more years, perhaps till you are 20 or so. You do NOT want to go through a breast reduction then go through it again a few years later because you jumped the gun on it.

You can get a BR covered by insurance if you complain to the plastic surgeon about back pain. If you have insurance coverage where you work check out the plastic surgeons covered under your insurance plan. Insurance can pay anywhere from 60-100% of your surgery costs (mine covered all 100%).

You would be out of work for at least two weeks, longer if you have a very active job with lifting and pushing heavy objects. For at least a month you should do light duties, nothing really heavy.

I was a 38J and went to a 38C back in Feb '06. I had NO pain at all. My scarring (if you are worried about that) is 95% gone after 11 months post op.

I wish you luck with your breast reduction research. Email me if you need.

The BEST site I have ever found in my research is BHO.
http://www.breasthealthonline.com

Register and check out the FAQ section in the breast reduction forums. You will find a LOT of answers there. In the main BR support forum you will find many women going through their own breast reduction experience.

Good luck!

Answer 2

Wow. Well insurance (most) cover reductions because if a doctor can verify that the size is causing back problems it is a medical need. Breasts don't really stop ... they get bigger after having kids and saggier once your muscular strength decreases. So a reduction now is a good idea to avoid severe back problems later on. What you should do is see a doctor about it. They can check you out, check your spine, all that jazz and then if they justify your thoughts contact your insurance and find out what their policy on reductions is. This is NOT a cosmetic surgery so most insurance carriers should cover at least part of it depending on the kind of plan you have. A reduction is removing mass and can be as painful as adding to. Your skin still has to change and heal. So expect swelling, pain, and post surgery discomfort. A doctor will be able to explain this better if you get the approved coverage. Mine get annoying at a D and I'm 18, how do you function with DDD? Omg, your back must hurt so bad some times. I'm sorry, hope you get it all worked out!

I agree with the feelings of the girl below me ... if I reach the doubles I'll get a reduction at some point after having kids. Big breasts aren't worth back pain!

Answer 3

When I was in the Navy, one of my troops showed me a picture of her taken a few years before. She stood 5', and looked like Dolly Parton. She had breast reduction surgery. She was having back pains, shoulder pains. She lifted her shirt and bottom of her bra and you could barely see a light pink scar under her breast. (Yes, we were that close as friends...long story.) She is a beautiful gal and since the surgery, she was a much happier one, too. Talk to a surgeon about a breast reduction. Like Dawn, I think you'll be much happier. One day we had a party at the home of one of my other troops, and I noticed Dawn and a large breasted neighbor in the corner talking. That summer, Tina (the neighbor) was over in her bathing suit and something just didn't look right. She soon said, "I have to take this thing off. My stitches are itching like crazy." Then it dawned on me (pardon the pun) that she, too, had breast reduction. Those little puppies were standing proud. Good luck!

Answer 4

I had it done about ten years ago and I highly recommend it. Make sure you get a good plastic surgeon and you should have no problems. There will be a lot of scarring that will eventually fade and the sensations may change in your nipples. But those are small side effects that are much easier to deal with then the massive breasts. I didn't find the pain from surgery was as bad as I thought it would be. And if I had to do it over again I wouldn't think twice about it. I'm much more comfortable with most of the weight gone from my breast and they're much more perky then those big balloons I had before. I was about 26 when I had the surgery but I wish I would have done it when I was your age. If you choose to do it you may not be able to breast feed your babies, but you may be able to produce a little milk but you can always feed your babies formula. Do what's right for you. Good luck.

Answer 5

1. I'd first consult with your REGULAR physician. I think that you should've have stopped growing by age 21. (In that particular area)

2. Are you overweight? Anything. . .10 pounds and over? If so, lose the weight, you'll most definately see a reduction in your breast size.

3. If your weight is normal and healthy, then I would suggest a reduction. Your insurance will more than likely pay for it too!

Answer 6

You need to see a plastic surgeon. With your height your insurance will probably pay for the reduction. It is definitely painful but you'll be glad to have the procedure behind you. Pain is temporary. If you don't have the reduction done then you run the risk of having back, shoulder and neck pain for the rest of you life. So it's a bit of pain for a shor time now vs. a life time of pain and discomfort.

Google "breast reduction procedures" so you'll better understand what you're facing.

Good luck!

Answer 7

OK, my mother had a breast reduction and shes taller than u but had smaller boobs. her back was killing her. she went to a Doctor and had it done. It has been a year and she is great!! For the first couple of weeks, there is pain, bu u will not be able to go to work or anything for at least a month. Please do this for u and nobody else. My mother said it it one of the most greatest decisions she had ever made in her whole entire life. by the way, shes 41. I hope u will listen to this advice, and may god bless and protect u.

Answer 8

I completely understand where you're coming from. I'm 16 years old, 5'2" and i'm a C , almost D, and i've already decided that if they get much bigger, i'm prolly goin to have one done eventually. you obviously wouldnt be considering surgery if they weren't affecting your life negatively, so just make sure you research it fully and talk to several doctors before making your final decision. since you could end up with back problems in the future, your insurance will likely cover most of the costs, so make sure you go to a good surgeon.

Answer 9

You should research a good plastic surgeon in ur area and talk to him/her.Usually ur breasts stop at around 18,but its not the same for everyone.My cousin just had it done,but she is 18,5'7 and was a DD.They made her a mid C which looks great on her.Oh,and cuz of how little you are,your insurance will probably pay for it cuz it gives you back problems.Good luck hun!

Answer 10

First, see if there's any way to make them shrink i.e. go on a diet. Second, if that doesn't work, wait a few years until you're sure you've stopped growing, and then consider it. With your height and size, you're gonna have neck and back probs! :( Good Luck!