What are requirements surgeon look for before a breast reduction?

Signs & symptoms: Signs and symptoms of large breast include pain, shoulder grooving or notching, exaggerated compensatory back posture, rash or skin irritation of folds, arm numbness, tingling, neck/back/shoulder aches, limited physical activity, nipple numbness, and many more.

Geometry and Pain: Good candidates for breast reduction commonly have back, neck or shoulder pain and large and/or hanging breasts. The weight is stable and patients don't anticipate large weight reductions afterward.

Exam and symptoms: Good candidates for breast reduction surgery typically present with disproportionately ( in relation to the remainder of their torso) large breasts along with neck, back, shoulder discomfort, bra strap grooving, postural changes, rashes etc. Good candidates will generally be in good health and be willing to tolerate the downsides ( including scarring) of the breast reduction procedure.