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When to go for Breast Reduction
Heavy breasts can lead to physical discomfort and a variety of medical problems. It can also lead to emotional and psychological stress with the person concerned being self-conscious all the time.
Breast reduction is usually performed for physical relief rather than for cosmetic reasons. You can go in for breast reduction surgery if you suffer from any of the following:
- Chronic headaches, back, neck pain due to the weight of your breasts
- Poor posture
- Skin irritation and rash under the breasts
- One breast is much larger than the other
- Heavy and sagging breasts with nipples and areola pointed downwards
- Numbness in stretched breast tissues
- Deep grooves in the shoulders from bra strap pressure
- Restricted levels of activity due to the size and weight of your breasts
- Self-esteem problems
- Difficulty wearing certain clothing.
Not only physical problems, but large breasts also give a very awkward look to one’s physical appearance as the breasts appear too large in proportion to the body frame.
In most cases, breast reduction is not performed until a woman's breasts are fully matured; however, it can be done earlier if large breasts are causing serious physical discomfort.
Breast reduction surgery not advisable for women who intend to breast-feed as during the surgery, a number of mammary ducts may get cut off.
Breast reduction is best after weight loss. Surgical help is best as a modification means. Weight loss after reduction can result in loss of mass in the breasts and drooping, so its better to first lose weight and then go in for surgery.
Go for the surgery only after understanding the potential complications. Talk to a doctor whether you are a right candidate or you should wait for some more time to get the best results.