Breast reduction surgery is an operation to remove extra fat, tissue, and skin from your breasts. If you have large breasts that are out of proportion to the rest of your body and causing neck pain, back pain, or other symptoms, you may be considering breast reduction surgery. Most women who get breast reduction are very satisfied with the results. Men with conditions such as gynecomastia (in which male breasts are abnormally enlarged) may also have it
The goal of breast reduction surgery is to reduce the size of your breasts and reshape them so that they are proportionate to the rest of your body and are no longer a source of physical discomfort. This commonly requested, predictable procedure has the dual benefits of improving your appearance while relieving the physical and emotional burden of overly large breasts.
When to Consider Breast Reduction
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If your breasts are too large for your body frame and create back, shoulder or neck pain
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If you have heavy breasts with nipples and areolas (pigmented skin surrounding the nipples) that point downward
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If one breast is much larger than the other
Pros
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Your breasts will be in better proportion with your body and will feel firmer.
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Surgery will alleviate neck, back, and shoulder pain and make it easier to breathe and exercise.
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Your clothes will fit better and you will feel more confident about your appearance.
Cons
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You may have decreased sensation in some areas, including the nipples and areolas.
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Some women complain that their breasts and nipples look slightly uneven.
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Breast-feeding may be a problem.