Monday, August 1, 2011

Is Breast Reduction Right for You?

 


Breast reduction is a procedure by means of which an individual reduces their breast size through surgical means.



For those people who are still assessing whether breast reduction is the right solution for them and would like to make their final considerations on whether or not they should go through breast reduction, this article will assist them in making the right decision. This article is not written by or checked for accuracy by a medical doctor. Please consult with your physician for treatment options.



Here are a number of situations where breast reduction is recommended:


Breast size that isn’t in proportion with the rest of the body- The symptoms of this condition are continuous headaches, sore necks and back pains. These symptoms occur mainly due to the excessive pressure that is put on the upper part of the body by the inordinate mass of the breasts.
Adverse effects that are unbridgeable by other means - These include the limited selection of clothes available to heavy breasted women, the inability to participate in extreme sports as well as exhaustion caused by exertion.
Men that suffer from gynecomastia which is an abnormal development of the mammary glands that result in breast enlargement -The factors causing gynecomastia remain uncertain, though it has been recorded that up to 10% of the cases are due to drug usage. However, if an adolescent male is diagnosed with gynecomastia, the cause is often attributable to imbalanced hormones, and it is likely to be overcome naturally after puberty.
Psychological distress caused by large breasts - A person might become shy, unwilling to participate in events and unconfident.
Cancer prevention - Women risk developing breast cancer according to the amount of breast tissue left. The reduced amount of breast tissue will allow easier and accurate mammogram readings.
Drooping, pendulous breasts: This is experienced more by aging women rather than young ones. During the surgery, the doctor would first remove the granular tissues and fat. Then he would incise the nipple and areola and move it to a higher position, so as to create imaginary of firmness. Drooping causes bra straps to irritate the skin.

Breast reductions might cause permanent scarring, prolonged wound healing and trouble in breast feeding. This practice is highly not recommended for females whose breasts have not developed fully.


Breast reduction surgery should be viewed as a last resort. If you are obese, try losing a few pounds – this might just save you the cost of surgery and the pains that follow.



This article is not written by or checked for accuracy by a medical doctor. Please consult with your physician for treatment options.