How Big Is Big Enough...

[queenofmean]

....to get a chest reduction on the NHS? Mr Dr was very vague when I asked the last time? Any ideas anyone?

[B00]

Doesn't it take it account how a large chest impacts on your health and general wellbeing rather than an actual size?

[Psybbo]

QoM, I think you are going to get a lot of strange answers x

[hc4361]

This isn't a one size fits all answer.
A very short woman with a small frame will suffer more than a tall woman with a large frame even though the boobs are the same.

If your bust causes backache, sleep problems, stops you participating in sports that you want to do, causes infections in the under bust area due to rubbing and sweating, causes shoulders to ache because of the weight on the bra strap then you may have a case.

[queenofmean]

It does BOO.
I think I might Sibton but we shall see

[EcclesCake]

It will be entirely dependent on the individuals overall height and build. A 34H on some one of 5' 8" may well be nicely proportioned, on someone who is 5' 1" it may be an entirely different story.

[B00]

Sorry QoM, im tired, so not firing on all cylinders (If i ever do!) , do you mean as a personal preference or medically speaking?

[Mojo-Jo-Jo]

It's entirely dependent on the physical and psychological problems they cause you.
Mine weren't enormous (DD) but their impact on me was big enough to warrant it.
Don't go into it lightly. It's a huge operation and the scars can be significant..

[MissCommando]

Not sure but I work with a lady who is an 'H' cup. She has terrible marks on her shoulders from the weight of her boobs. She was referred to a surgeon (through the NHS) and he said she'd have to lose weight 1st before he would operate. He also told her that she was an unlucky person who put all her weight on her boobs and there was an incredibly high chance that they would still get big unless she watched her weight for the rest of her life. She didn't bother going through with it.

If you have problems, I'm sure you'd definitely be considered for a reduction!

[thenry]

My brother weighed 30 stone before the NHS stepped in. His chest was massive. He now weighs 12 stone when he walks in the rain !

[queenofmean]

I think its a bit of both BOO, but its ok I never run on full capacity either :)

[queenofmean]

I'm a G cup and I find i slouch a lot in my upper body because when I stand straight I find they are like in my face. I do experience a lot of problems with my back and I think they may have a small part to play. I was just curious so I could maybe go back and tackle the situation again.

[MissCommando]

Actually I think they are a 'K'.

My Great Aunt is a J and she's only 4 foot 10 but I don't think they bother her. I don't envy you at all if you're in pain, oh and it's so hard to find clothes when you're big busted.

[cazzz1975]

you would have to have significant problems in order to get a reduction, more so now the NHS are cutting costs. make sure you wear a well fitting bra as larger heavier breasts have a tendency to sag

[queenofmean]

Thanks guys. I always get fitted properly evert few months. I know that finding clothes to fit is a nightmare but guess will just have to meddle on and win the lotto and go private

[woofgang]

Can I suggest an exercise regime such as pilates to strengthen your core muscles and your back and neck?

[queenofmean]

I shall give it a go woofgang :)

[ChuckFickens]

Sqad must have his pertinent thread notification switched off tonight....

[Mojo-Jo-Jo]

By the way, QOM. It was one of the best decisions I ever made, but it hurt like billy-o.

[craft1948]

The wife of a guy I used to work with had a breast reduction. She said it was unbelievably painful, and had complications for quite some time, much worse than an augmentation procedure.

[Mojo-Jo-Jo]

She's right Craft.