Symptoms of Overly Large Breasts - Breast Reduction Candidates

Women who have breasts that are too large for their body are often told that they are lucky to have such naturally large breasts, even though, in many cases, they can cause serious pain and contribute to a lack of confidence. If a woman thinks she might have overly large breasts, she should examine the following list of symptoms to determine whether or not she might be a candidate for breast reduction surgery.

Pain

A woman’s body is usually equipped to handle the weight of the breasts, especially with the help of a bra. However, if a woman’s breasts are too large, the weight of the breasts can cause serious pain. Breasts that are too heavy for the body tend to result in discomfort of the neck, shoulders, and back. To treat this pain, women with large breasts may seek treatment in the form of chiropractic adjustments, massage therapy, or over the counter pain medication.

Rash

Breasts that are too large usually may not be adequately supported and lifted, even with the help of bras. This can lead to uncomfortable contact and friction under the breasts. In some cases, a rash can develop, especially during the warmer months, when sweat also plays a role. This rash often develops on the underside of the breasts.

Shoulders

Anyone who has ever worn an uncomfortable bra is familiar with the grooves that bra straps can create on the shoulders, but women with overly large breasts are for more likely to deal with this problem on a daily basis. The weight of the breasts pull the bra down, causing it to dig into the shoulder, which is not only painful, but also can create unsightly grooves in the skin.

Difficulty Breathing

Some women find that the weight of their breasts actually makes it difficult to breathe. This especially manifests itself when lying down, as the weight of the breast tissue pushes down on the chest.

Lifestyle Limitations

Large breasts can make it difficult to exercise. The weight of the breasts and the motion of the breasts when running, walking, or cycling, can be both distracting and painful. Some women resort to wearing two sports bras, in an attempt to keep the breasts stationary, though if the breasts are too large, it may be impossible to immobilize them enough to make exercising comfortable.

Overly large breasts can even limit the clothing that some women can wear. Button-up shirts are especially difficult to wear, and oversized clothing may need to be purchased just to accommodate the breasts, even if the woman is otherwise slim and healthy.

Breasts that are too large for the body can be a serious problem, but there is a solution. Women with overly large breasts can undergo breast reduction surgery. In this procedure, excess fat and skin are removed from the breasts, and the areolas can be re-sized, producing a more proportionate look. For more detailed information about breast reduction surgery, and to find out if you are a good candidate for surgery, contact Crawford Plastic Surgery today.