katie goes platinum
This won’t be one of my regular blog posts, just a few notes on my recent breast reduction surgery for those of you who were interested in hearing about it.
So, I’m just going to jot down everything I can think of to tell you – if you have questions, let me know in the comments below and I’ll answer them to the best of my ability.
Disclaimer: Everything written or suggested here is based on my own personal experience. I am not a medical professional, so if you have any medical questions, please consult your doctor.
I was a 32DD when I got married in 1993, but my breasts were not super large or heavy; they were fairly lightweight and didn’t give me any trouble. But after two kids, breastfeeding, menopause, etc., my breast tissue became super dense. The tissue was so dense that regular mammograms couldn’t “see” through it and I had to get either 3D mammograms or ultrasounds every year.
If you are trying to get insurance to cover your reduction as “medically necessary”, not just cosmetic, most insurance companies require the following: – A history of visits to a PT, chiropractor, massage therapist, etc. for neck/back pain. – Visible divots on your shoulders from bra straps – A history of rashes under your breasts.