Should I get a breast reduction?

Question

I honestly hate my body. I have naturally big breasts and a small waist. I hate it. I would get a breast reduction but I'm too scared to do that. I hate how women give me dirty looks and men think im easy because of my body. Is there any way I can down play the size of my breasts? Gaining weight won't make me look normal...all my fat seems to go straight into my chest...my legs and stomach won't get any bigger.

And No, I am not trying to get compliments. It's actually kinda hard to do my job when people won't stop staring at me and it's aggravating when men don't look at my eyes when speaking, they look down. I want people to respect me and stop looking at me like I'm an object. Maybe some people want big breasts....but I'm not one of them. And don't bring in people who have actual disorders...this isn't about them...I feel sorry for them but I'm not going to just tell myself to get over it because they have worse problems. Everyone feels this way about something that most people think is unimportant. I don't want to sound mean, that isn't the point, but I'm trying to get respect in my work enviorment...not women wanting to kill me and rolling their eyes when they see me talking to a guy. I've had people, strangers, come up to me and ask if they're real. I don't want this attention

http://img230.imageshack.us/img230/9853/79838031kq6.jpg

Just to showyou what I'm dealing with...I can't even look down without seeing these stupid things!

look how my shirt doesn't even fit around my chest...I can't find a shirt that fits both my breasts and stomach perfectly...I either need to downplay the size or be forced to get a reduction...but I'm seriously really scared about that. My back is also starting to really hurt. I never had back problems before. But it's getting painful now.

Answer 1

If you decide to get a reduction, be careful. Research your Dr. completely. You don't like the way you look know, imagine how much you might not like it with botched surgery. I'm not trying to scare you or anything, but be careful. Normally, I only believe in surgery if necessary, but If it's medical like having back problems caused by your size then maybe surgery isn't such a bad idea. Lately I've started thinking about surgery in order to advance my career. I think everyone in my profession has had surgery. Before you go through with it, try other means first. Have you ever thought about therapy in order to get over your image problems. I know this won't mean anything to you, but I look at the picture you provide and the part of your face that can be seen is really cute. You want respect in your work place maybe you should tell those other girls off at your job in a diplomatic way not to prejudge you on looks and judge you on your work. You can also try going to your boss about having any problems with coworkers. Good luck to you.

Answer 2

I think you look beautiful the way you are? What size are you if you don't mind me asking, a C? or D?

My cousin is 5'4, 125lbs, and has a DD Cup - borderline triple D, naturally! Just be glad that's not your problem.

Downplaying big breasts requires clothing that creates the illusion of them being smaller. You'll want shirts that aren't very tight around the area under the boobs. Pref. tunics that show off what you have, then get a little tight but get loose again so the boobs aren't as 'out there'. Pheasant tops word too since they are all loose so the main focus isn't on the chest.

Sports bra's help minimally by squishing the boobs.
But if you're really that unhappy with the size of your breast I would really recommend getting a reduction. You seem kind of young and if you're already having back problems that poses a huge dilemna in the future for you! The back pain is due to the amount of weight in the front and downplaying your breasts won't make them any lighter or naturally smaller.

Answer 3

I agree with everything you say. I have large breast as well and I am tiny. I have to deal with all of the means stares from women who think I am a whore. And the men who are disgusting and makes inappropriate comments. It is actually really hard to go into a job interview or school because people always stare and you know they are talking about you.
The unwanted attention can be so hard even if its good or bad. It's not just the emotional pain but also physically my breast are hurting my back like crazy. I have so many lower back pains that its hard to work out. This summer I am getting a breast reduction and I think it would be a life saver. I can't tell you whether to get a reduction or not but if you feel you need to, try researching about it. Researching can help you make a better decision. Good luck.

Answer 4

I actually have a similar problem... I usually don't mind having them, but it does bother me when that's all somebody sees. Just recently, I made a friend at school who is a guy and like a week after hanging out with him and some other friends he randomly goes "I just noticed you have HUGE boobs" (I'm still in college so guys would still have the guts to say something like that haha) and it made me happy that that wasn't the first thing he noticed, like most people. So I understand your predicament. If you think that a breast reduction will help you, you may want to look up a lot about it and visit more than one professional to get their opinions, because surgery is a big deal. You can also start looking for different necklines that downplay your chest in tops, layering can downplay it sometimes, and go to Victoria's Secret. They have so many amazing bras that can either push you way up and look like a porn star or really downplay what you've got.
Bottom line, I'm sorry you hate what you have. Try and love yourself, it's really hard to hate your body. I wouldn't personally get a breast reduction... but I know a girl that did get one who was like 5'1 with DD breasts and a tiny waist and I know she's a lot happier for it. You need to figure out the good and bad sides of it and really consider what you would be doing... it's not a quick and easy process, it is your body and it's everything you've got.

Answer 5

lol sorry this has like NOTHING to do with your problem. but i just wanted to say that you're face is really really pretty = ]
your gorgeous <3
other people kind of want to have big breasts though. i wouldnt say that you are lucky tho, since it is probably putting an impact on your back. if this is the case, you should do sometihng about it, because you dont want health issues.

i say
go for it.
my aunt got breast reduction before. its not TOTALLY scary.

good luck and god bless ♥

Answer 6

you should get a breast reduction if it makes you feel so bad about yourself. Also it can lead to problems with your neck and back. unfortunately after seeing your picture I doubt you can dress any way that won't be sloppy looking that will minimize that for you. I also don't think the leering will stop. Based on looking at your picture.

Answer 7

You can get a breast reduction covered by insurance, especially with your complaints of back pain.

I had mine reduced Feb 2006 (38J to 38C) and don't regret it one bit!

A LOT of women get breast reductions, especially because of back pain and other health issues.

Please really look into it, it changed me completely and I would get it again if I had to!

I have a "surgery story" as well if you would like to read it, send me your email address via message.

Answer 8

If it makes you feel better and less self-conscious about your body then go for it...you are definitely a beautiful young lady (I'm not just saying that because of your body please don't take it the wrong way) and I would hate for your future to go to waste because of your inhibitions. The wisest thing that you could do is seek the consultation of a physician and then go from there. They would be able to tell you the pros and cons and make you a little less fearful. I wish you the best in all that you do.

Answer 9

Dear, it does not seem too big in your picture. But anyway I understand your feelings. I would like to request you not to forget regarding side effect of breast reduction.

Answer 10

don´t have a breast reduction unless you are suffering from health issues (but I don´t think that is the case) a surgery takes its toll and one day you might regret it...try to draw attention to your face, by wearing big earrings, hairclips etc..just ignore the jealous girls...and when men look at your breast, look at their... or say smt like "I am up here"