Anyone who has had or knows someone who had breast reduction....?


Question:
did you like the results? Was there much scarring, loss of sensation, and do they give them a lift for you or do they just take tissue and leave them saggy...??? I got a refferal from my Dr. Have to schedule the consultation with plastics. Any details would be great!

Answers:
I had it done back in 2002. My back pain and posture was getting worse. I developed bruises on my shoulders from bra straps. And whenever I leaned over my chest hurt. At my biggest I was a 34/36 DD. After the surgery I ended up being a 34 B. Keep in mind I'm only 5'1" and 110 lbs. Even though the recovery was painful, and I have permanent scars and a slight loss of sensation, it was the best decision I ever made! My surgeon even made sure that I kept most of my mammary glands, in case I wanted to try to breast feed in the future (I don't have any kids yet). Right after the surgery, my breasts were really high and solid (by the way, I noticed a difference in size immediately). Then the swelling went down and they became more "normal". Now, 4 years later, they're a bit saggy, but still a 34 B. I can still wear certain shirts without a bra. And can now wear those nice bra tops (camisoles with a bra attached). Also, I don't have to go to Lane Bryant (a chain store at malls that carry larger women's clothing starting at size 16) anymore and be made fun of by the sales attendants. I recommend having the surgery done in a regular hospital, not one of those surgery centers where you have a procedure done...then leave a couple of hours later. Breast reduction is a serious procedure...anything could happen where you might need emergency care. And recovery during the first 24 hours is the most important for ANY surgery...any complications during the surgery or post-op can be handled immediately by a doctor, not by your mom or friend at home. Another great thing is that breast reductions are one of the few cosmetic procedures most insurance companies will cover...while breast enlargements are not (thank God!). My insurance paid for 80% of the costs (consultations, pre-op preparation, surgery, anesthesiologist, hospital room, post-op/recovery, follow-up visits for a year). I highly recommend a reduction to anyone! Hope the info helps. Go for it, you won't regret it!
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