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Title: Breast Reduction
Post by: Ashtonrocks on September 10, 2018, 09:16:31 PM
Breast reduction due to unbearable back pain and constant aching and tenderness? I don't know what to do in this situation. My chest keeps getting bigger and I'm in a lot of pain. FTM here. What should I do? Is it more important to wait for my top surgery in 2 years? I heard it can cause problems with top surgery by getting a reduction and my surgery moment is so near..but, it's causing me a lot of issues, not just because of being trans. I'm a bit worried, if it gets any bigger I won't be able to handle the pain anymore..
Title: Re: Breast Reduction
Post by: Denise on September 10, 2018, 09:47:22 PM
Why are you waiting for two years?

I would talk to your doctor and surgeon about this one.

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Title: Re: Breast Reduction
Post by: Virginia on September 11, 2018, 05:33:33 AM
You don't mention your weight. If you are in a position to lose weight safely, it will also decrease the size of your breasts.
Title: Re: Breast Reduction
Post by: Ashtonrocks on September 11, 2018, 05:54:43 AM
Quote from: Denise on September 10, 2018, 09:47:22 PM
Why are you waiting for two years?

I would talk to your doctor and surgeon about this one.

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That's how long it will take me to afford the top surgery from saving. I can't exactly talk to a surgeon about it, I'm under 18 and have no license.
Title: Re: Breast Reduction
Post by: Ashtonrocks on September 11, 2018, 05:57:26 AM
Quote from: Virginia on September 11, 2018, 05:33:33 AM
You don't mention your weight. If you are in a position to lose weight safely, it will also decrease the size of your breasts.

I'm a bit overweight right now, but usually I'm at my recommended weight and I still have the same issues as I do now. Losing weight doesn't seem to affect them all that much.
Title: Re: Breast Reduction
Post by: Katy on September 11, 2018, 06:39:05 AM
I would respectfully advise you to consult your GP.  It's important to determine if your breast size is actually the cause of your back problems or whether other factors are involved.  You need to know what is really going on and the only way to gain such insights is with a visit to your family doctor. 

Are you sure you are wearing an appropriate bra?  You may need one that offers far more support than the bras you are currently wearing.  You may need the assistance of an experienced bra fitter in order to find the ideal bra for your current circumstances. 

Deal with the pain first; everything else must wait a bit. 
Title: Re: Breast Reduction
Post by: GingerVicki on September 11, 2018, 12:11:10 PM
Do you have lower or upper back pain?
Title: Re: Breast Reduction
Post by: Ashtonrocks on September 11, 2018, 09:42:57 PM
Quote from: gingerViktorKay on September 11, 2018, 12:11:10 PM
Do you have lower or upper back pain?

Lower.
Title: Re: Breast Reduction
Post by: Dena on September 11, 2018, 11:06:47 PM
I have seen FTMs who had a reduction operation followed by top surgery. The important thing is to communicate your plan to the surgeon doing the reduction as this might determine the approach and how much is removed during the surgery. It's also possible your initial surgeon may not have the knowledge to do the surgery correctly and you want to know that before having any surgery.
Title: Re: Breast Reduction
Post by: PainKiller on September 13, 2018, 06:21:03 PM
Breat reduction would happen once you start testosterone and once you start exercising.