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What is getting a breast reduction like?

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A relief: I the patient who has large , heavy breasts that are causing symptoms, breast reduction will offer relief if your complaints are related to the breasts. This is not a "cosmetic procedure" and has substantial scarring.

Answered 12/21/2016

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Dr. Patrick Schaner answered

Specializes in Surgery - Plastics

Relief: Most patients who opt for breast reduction do so due to pain in the neck, shoulders and back regions. The pain relief from this surgery is usually immediate in spite of the scars and pain from surgical incisions that have been created. This procedure has a very high patient satisfaction rating.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Pleasing.: Breast reduction surgery tends to be one of the most patient pleasing operations performed. During this operation, “excess” breast tissue and skin is removed. The breasts themselves are lifted on the chest wall. This operation tends to help patients with neck, back, shoulder discomfort and may help patients with posture as well. Of course, potential risks should also be considered. Best wishes.

Answered 3/18/2013

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Good: A breast reduction will not only reduce the breasts, but also lift them. It's is done through a series of incisions that are shaped like a lollipop or an anchor depending upon how much needs to be removed.

Answered 5/10/2013

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