Reduction mammoplasty (also breast reduction and reduction mammaplasty ) is the plastic surgery procedure for correcting over-sized breasts . In a breast reduction surgery for re-establishing a functional bust that is proportionate to the woman’s body, the critical corrective consideration is the tissue viability of the nipple-areola complex (NAC), to ensure the functional sensitivity and lactational capability of the breasts. The indications for breast reduction surgery are three-fold — physical, aesthetic , and psychological — the restoration of the bust, of the woman’s self-image , and of her mental health . In corrective practice, the surgical techniques and praxis for reduction mammoplasty also are applied to mastopexy (breast lift). Moreover, the correction of gynecomastia (woman’s breast) is the analogous, enlarged male-breast reduction surgery procedure, wherein there is no consideration of lactation capability.
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I am 46 years old, female, in generally good health. Non-smoker/no alcohol. Last year I had elective breast reduction surgery and since then I have been feeling strange twinges of pain in my lower jaw near my chin. Sometimes it feels...
Hi, I occasionaly have a fluttering or pulsating sensation below my right breast. Not often but I was wondering what it could be. I've also had sharp pains in both my breast that come and go for the last two weeks. Not sure if it's somethign to do...
My period is about 3 days late after a general anesthetic on the 4th of april, i had a breast reduction and liposuction on my stomach (though not over weight). i was on my period at the time of the op (about 3/4 days in, and still with a heavy...
I had NHlymphoma in 2009. Had chemo
And radiation through 2009 and have been in remission since. I'd like to have a breast reduction but want to confirm it won't be a stress to my immune system ...help
I had breast reduction surgery 4 months ago. Since then I have been unable to rest my elbows on anything - even putting them on my mattress is painful. Feels like they are both burning and raw and if they touch...
Had breast reduction surgery 4 weeks ago this Monday. Steri tape was removed 2 days ago, since then I have noticed several small protruding stitches (dissolvable). Is it okay to snip? Tried to call my plastic...
My breasts have grown very large over the past couple of years. i had always worn a B cup bra but now need a FF or G. I have not put on very much weight - it is just my breasts that have got large. My underbust...
i have a protruding disk between c-3 and c-4 vertebra, diagnosed thru MRI last fall. I have rx for ultram that has lost effectiveness.But,recently have had pain across upper chest and collarbone that intensifies when...
I have recently shaved my pubic area and had sex my with my wife we used lube as well and I broke out with a rash all over my pubic area. It's itchy but not painful. What is it? I can send a pic if needed. I was not...
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I am from India. Me and my wife wants to increase the breast size of my wife. We wanted to increase the size to one or two cup more without surgery. Any other means but without side effects. Please advice us on any pills or other...
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User : Hi doctor, I am 28yr old working unmarried girl. My problem is heavy breast. Can you give me info where is the breast reduction surgery performed in bangalore and is it safe to go for it.
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User : I want to know methods of reducing boob?
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there are two option
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1) by use of creams and lotions...
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User : hello doctor,i have man boobs with me..how can i remove it,other than exercise.Its very difficult to sit before friends without a shirt.please help me
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User : I M SUFFERING FROM GYNECOMASTIA
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User : Hi I would like to know if a 13 almost 14 year old girl with large breasts for her age could get a breast reduction surgery at her age because her back hurts?
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im only 15 years old and im a dd-cup size :( how can i convince my mom that i want to get a breast reduction? i dont have back pains, but i cant wear ANYTHING without my breasts being extremely noticeable and it causes unwanted attention.. :( im 5 5 and 110lbs..
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Hello doctors can u help me plz,i am sahul a indian of age 24yrs,height 170cms & weight 80kgs.yesterday i gone to a doctor( plastic surgery dept) for gynecomastia check up.they confirmed Bilateral gynecomastia(G III) for me.Also in result they mentioned No H/O liver disease ,No caugh,No hepatomegoly and then testis normal.they said want to do...
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I ve seen a similar post regarding the procedure/ inquiry of breast reductions in Ontario. I m 27 and have been considering (on-and-off) breast reductions for 14 years. However, for the past 9 months I have had a rash under my breasts that even after using prescribed creams, keeps coming back. How do I know if breast reduction is right for me or...
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HI , I had a breast reduction surgury on 22nd of this month . My right breast nipple area has turned black and it is oozing blood , The drain has been just opened on 30th. July 2010 . I am concerened
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If I have breast reduction surgery and take ecstasy 8 days later is that dangerous. (yes I know it is dangerous in the first place but it is just a question and I want the real facts)
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whether i should go for breast reduction surgery my age is 17 years, what is the after effect of the said?
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I had a breast lift 4 weeks ago , and my stitches were removed 2 weeks ago , however I have since removed 6 stitches myself and am afraid that there are more where I cant see properly. I think the skin has grown over one of them . I am a glamour model and i am worried that these left in stitches are going to cause more scarring than necessary. I...
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Hi doctor, i am 25 and has been suffering from gynecomastia since i was about 14.It makes my areola appear to be puffy but looks perfectly normal when my areolas are hard.Im not over weight ,taking any medications or on any drugs for that matter.i also exercise which helps build my confidence back just a bit but still the problem remains.This is...
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Hi I am 5 0 and weigh about 110 pounds. I had sex exactly two months ago. About a month later I had brown spotting every time I wiped for about four days. My periods are very irregular; I only get them about twice a year, but I always know when they are coming because I get soar breasts. Lately, my boobs have begun to feel larger and I ve been...
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I am running a fever after surgery. I had a stomach tuck and breast reduction . The doctor took the drainage tube out yesterday. It has pus-like fluid in it. The sugery is one week old. I am taking antibiotics and tylenol . I am afraid. My doctor said to continue doing what i m doing. He told me to take some dm cough medicine over the counter to...
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