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When should it be done? of Breast reduction

A breast reduction should only be considered by women who have taken medical advice from a qualified cosmetic surgeon.

You will be referred to a cosmetic surgery clinic by your GP. You will discuss your condition with the surgical team and have your breasts examined. The surgeon will ask for details of your medical history and in some cases a blood test and chest or breast x-ray may be required. You will be made aware of the advantages and disadvantages of the surgical procedure. Although there are a number of negative after-effects, many patients gain a better quality of life following the procedure as their symptoms are dramatically reduced.

It is worth remembering that to qualify for cosmetic surgery you must meet specific criteria as set out by your local health authority. Health authorities fund essential treatment, so you will need to meet with a cosmetic surgeon and psychiatrist or psychologist to determine how vital the operation is for you. In the case of younger patients, a surgeon would prefer to wait until the breasts have stopped developing before performing the operation.  Private clinics also carry out breast reduction operations.

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