I am a 20-year-old female
who has large breasts. Can I undergo surgery to reduce the size of my breasts? Part
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Breast reduction surgery can be done at any age,
but because the breasts are still growing till about the age of 22-24, it is
best to wait. In most women, breasts stop growing around age 22 and surgery at
around 24-25 years of age is acceptable. Only very rarely is breast reduction
surgery done in a female under the age of 20. This is only done to relieve the
stress and emotional pain encountered at school from having large breasts.
A common reason to delay breast reduction surgery
is pregnancy. It is highly recommended that the female first complete pregnancy
and then have the breast surgery. Pregnancy leads to a number of physical
changes in the body and does change size, contour and shape of the breast. In
addition, the breasts also become saggy and large.
If pregnancy occurs after a reduction mammoplasty,
one may have some discomfort during breast-feeding.
All women should understand that breast reduction
surgery is strictly elective and no one should rush into surgery. It is
important to discuss the following with your surgeon prior to going underneath
the knife:
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What will the surgery involve
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where will the incision be
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How much breast tissue will be removed
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What is the downtime
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What are the immediate side effects and possible
complications
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What is the cost of the procedure
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How and where will the nipple be re located
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Who will give you anesthesia
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Where will the surgery be done
While these may not sound important questions,
remember, the business of cosmetic surgery has gotten out of hand. Because of
the lure of money, many health care professionals are doing it. Some are
excellent surgeons but many are just mediocre and only interested in your
money.