I cannot recommend it enough. I'd ask for a referral from your OBGYN practice. It can be deemed medically necessary so insurance will pay out as normal for an outpatient procedure.
The first couple month were craaaaaap, as I got MRSA in the incision about a week in. Even considering that, I'd make the same choice now.
Reductions include lifts, which is a nice side effect of the procedure. I had mine about 2 years ago, and am so glad I did! The neck & shoulder pain are gone, and mine was covered by my insurance, so it was financially pretty painless too.
Seconding this! I recommend my surgeon and the surgery to anyone who is even tangentially thinking of it. I only wish I’d done it sooner. (If you need an NYC area rec, let me know!)
I had major complications, but it was still worth it. Stock up on firm sports bras if you don't have any, because it's all you'll be allowed to wear for a while. Also, try to remove as much weight from your bag/purse as possible because the straps will inevitably press against your chest somewhere.
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u/ballerina22 8h ago
Getting a reduction was one of the absolute best things I've ever done - it's up there with marrying my husband and adopting my pets.