I am currently only 17 years old. Since I was young, I have had very large breasts. Currently I wear a 40DD bra. I have had back pain and neck pain and can only assume that it is from having large breasts. I wanted to know if I have to be a certain age to be able to receive a breast reduction, or if I could do it now at 17?

I'm a 19 year old woman, 5 feet 7 inches, and weigh 223 pounds. I wear a size 38DDD bra. I have grooves in my shoulders from tight bra straps and a curvature in my back. If I lose weight will the size of my breasts decrease or will I still need a breast reduction?

My daughter is 16 years old, 5’1” tall, weighs only120 pounds and her bra size is 34DDD. She fits the criteria of five of the questions for being a good candidate for breast reduction. Her grandmothers and great grandmothers on both sides of the family were as large breasted as she is now with tiny frames. My question is because of her age will she be denied having the breast reduction surgery?

I had a breast reduction but a good deal of fat was left under my arms. When I asked my surgeon about it, he stated that removal of it is another procedure. Couldn’t this fat have been removed during the breast reduction?

I am a size 36DD and would like to have a slight breast reduction. Should I also have implants in order for my breasts to continue to have a fullness look?

If I get a breast reduction would I then need to get implants to keep my breasts firm or will they firm up with my existing tissue?

My breasts are a size 38DD. I want to have them substantially reduced. Is there a limit as to how much a surgeon can reduce breast size (guidelines, etc.)?

I am 53 years old, 5’4” and weigh 250 pounds. I currently wear a 48DDD size bra. I have large grooves in my shoulders and constant back pain. Would I be a good candidate for a breast reduction and at this age, will the stretched skin be a problem?

I am thinking of having breast reduction. Would I regain all the weight back in my breasts if I become pregnant? I am currently a size 36DD and do not want to go back to being this size again.

With every breast reduction surgery, is there always a vertical scar going down from the nipple?

My daughter is 17 years old with a breast size of 36G. Her breasts are causing her terrible neck and back pain as well as esteem issues. We currently reside overseas, but are contemplating reduction surgery this summer on a return trip to the States. Will she be a good candidate for long distance travel following the surgery? How much time do we need to remain in one area to allow for healing? Subsequently, she can be followed up with an American physician overseas.

I want to have breast reduction surgery. Is it safe to have the procedure six months after delivering a baby? Also, how soon after the operation can I fly?

I had breast reduction surgery done in 2000, but was dissatisfied with the results. Three years ago, I had liposuction done on my breasts, but the surgeon did not do a lift or anything to give my breasts shape, etc. What do you recommend I do from here to improve the overall look of my breasts?

I am 18 years old and am embarrassed by my large breasts. I want to have a breast reduction. Is this a good time or should I wait until I am a little older?

My grand daughter is 12 years old and a bit overweight. Presently she is wearing a size 42DDD bra. She complains of having neck pain and lower shoulder pain. The size of her breasts are truly affecting her outlook on life and her personality and causing her to be depressed. I don't think she should have to go through this and wait until she has reached an adult age to have a breast reduction. With parental consent, wouldn’t she be eligible to have the surgery now?

I have idiopathic heart arrhythmia; however, after several cardiac tests I am told that my heart is healthy. I have extremely large breasts and would like a breast reduction. Would my heart arrhythmia be an issue with this procedure?

How soon after having a breast reduction can I start to stretch the muscles around my shoulders and pectorals?

I want to have a breast reduction; however, presently I am a breast-feeding mother. How long must I wait after weaning my daughter to have this done?

I’m planning on having breast reduction surgery in the near future. I was recently diagnosed with high blood pressure and have started taking blood pressure pills to bring it down. Will this problem prevent me from having the breast reduction procedure performed?

I have one breast much larger than the other. I want to have breast reduction to even out their size. Before surgery, how does a surgeon determine how much to remove? Do they weigh each breast before surgery to ensure the right amount of fat is removed or is it decided visually?

I am 18 years old. My breasts are size 34DD. They hang and are extremely disproportional with the rest of my body. I have back pain and dents in my shoulders from them. I would like to know about breast reduction surgery and if I could go down to a full C with it. I’m married and plan to have children in the near future. Will this surgery in any way affect my ability to breastfeed?

How long is the healing process for breast reduction?

I am a 28 year old female with small breasts, but my nipples have very large areolas. Please advise if surgery is available to reduce my nipples and reduce/reshape the areolas. Can I choose the size and shape?

I am a 28-year-old diabetic and I wear a 48DD size bra. My doctor said it is OK to get a breast reduction, but the healing is a major concern. Is there a technique for this procedure that might produce less scarring and be appropriate for me?

How long is the healing process for breast reduction?

I am a 36DD and want to have breast reduction surgery. I would prefer the least amount of scarring possible. What are my options?

I am a 39-year-old African-American woman with two small children, one 4 years old and the other 19 months. I am most interested in having breast reduction surgery within the next four months. I currently nurse (breast-feed) our 19-month-old and of course am trying desperately to wean. My question is, will this lactating issue present a problem because my breasts are still producing milk at the time of surgery?

How long after having breast reduction should a woman wait before becoming pregnant?

My insurance company requires 500cc to be removed from each breast in order to receive insurance coverage for a breast reduction. I am a 36DD. Approximately what size would I be with 500cc removed?

My 17-year-old daughter is embarrassed by her large breasts, and they even cause her physical pain and discomfort. She is talking about breast reduction surgery, but I'm not sure it's a good idea. What if she regrets it later on?

I'm 17 years old and wear a size 38C bra. I've always felt awkward having large breasts. I do experience some back pain. In general I feel self-conscious about them and try to hide them as much as possible. I know I would lose quite a bit of weight if I felt better about them and myself. Am I too young for breast reduction surgery? Would I be able to go back to school without everyone knowing?

Is it possible to lighten the areola and nipples as well as make them smaller? What are the side effects, risks, and the cost for such a procedure?

I am a 5’2’ 27 year old woman who weighs 270 pounds. I am eating correctly now, and would like to know the likely outcome of any future weight loss with regard to my breasts. Is there any likelihood that my breasts will regain their original appearance once the weight has been dropped? If not, is breast reduction surgery a possible remedy? Or, will I require some other form of surgery, perhaps a mastopexy?