Breast reduction surgery is aimed at women who have large breasts and want to solve problems such as the following:

• Chronic back, neck and shoulder pain that requires pain relievers
• Chronic skin irritation or rash under the breasts
• Neuralgia
• Limitation of activities
• Low self-esteem related to the large size of your breasts
• Difficulty finding suitable bras and clothes

Usually, breast reduction surgery is performed under general anesthesia, either in a hospital or in an outpatient surgical center.

The specific technique used to reduce breast size may vary. The procedure may comprise the following:

• Incision surgery.
  Liposuction to remove excess fat accumulated in the breasts.
• Usually, the surgeon will do the following:
• Make an incision around the areola and under each breast.
• Remove excess tissue, fat and breast skin to reduce its size.
• Remodel the breast and reposition both the nipple and the areola.