Breast reduction surgery, also known as reduction mammaplasty, removes fat, breast tissue and skin from the breasts. For those with large breasts, breast reduction surgery can ease discomfort and improve appearance.
Breast reduction surgery is meant for people who have large breasts that cause the following:
Chronic back, neck and shoulder pain
Shoulder grooves from bra straps
Chronic rash or skin irritation under the breasts
Nerve pain
Not being able to take part in some activities
Poor self-image due to large breasts
Trouble fitting into bras and clothing