Can I Get A Breast Reduction On The NHS?

Breast reduction is an operation to reduce the size of the breasts. In this operation generally excess fat and skin are removed.

This operation is performed because overly large breasts can be uncomfortable, cause back and neck problems, hinder participation in sports, and be the cause of unwanted attention and comments.

When considering having this procedure done on the NHS the first step is to go and see your GP who will advise you on the best course of action.

Unfortunately, because breast reduction is often regarded as non-essential to health, a woman seeking this operation on the NHS will have to meet a strict set of criterian laid down by the local health authority, and this can vary from area to area - a bit like a postcode lottery.

It is worth bearing in mind that much of the excess weight of the overly large breast is actually fat and not breast tissue. Additionally, the breast reduction operation is not without risks. So it could be worth considering changes to diet and the start of an exercise program, which would reduce body fat generally, and thus also the size of the breasts.

My consultant says i can have a breast reduction on the national health service but it depends if the national health service will fund the money, do u think they will