<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title>Breast Reduction Surgery | Plastic Surgeon Melbourne</title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/</link><description><![CDATA[The Breast Reduction Clinic RSS]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2021 23:00:00 +0000</pubDate><managingEditor>jamesburt772@gmail.com (The Breast Reduction Clinic)</managingEditor><generator>The Breast Reduction Clinic</generator><language>en</language><docs>http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss</docs><atom:link rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" href="https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/"/><item><title><![CDATA[How Can I Manage My Scarring After A Breast Reduction?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/how-can-i-manage-my-scarring-after-a-breast-reduction-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/110821</guid><description><![CDATA[
 One factor which many patients have understandable concerns about when they present to discuss a potential breast reduction is scarring.

 It is important to acknowledge that scars are inevitable after Breast reduction procedures.

 There is a significant variation in the long term appearance and quality of individual women&#39;s scar following breast reduction due to individual characteristics of patient&#39;s skin.

 As surgeons we are attempting as closely as possible to perform t...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2021 23:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/60400a45a22f7.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="1072490"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Will My Scars Look Like After A Breast Reduction?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/what-will-my-scars-look-like-after-a-breast-reduction-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/110822</guid><description><![CDATA[
 When deciding on a breast reduction technique, it is important to remember that different techniques will leave different scars.

 All breast reduction techniques leave scars, however, to what extent partly depends on the specific incision techniques used.

 There are two different scar patterns commonly produced:

 Shorter Scar technique (Vertical)

 This technique consists of two smaller incisions. The method is used for people who experience sagging and want a minimal to moderate reducti...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2021 23:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/60247ae7cb753.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="235479"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Having Breast Reduction Surgery In The Warmer Months]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/having-breast-reduction-surgery-in-the-warmer-months</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/110823</guid><description><![CDATA[
 As the weather heats up in Australia in this half of the year few people will be surprised to hear that the enquiries for breast reduction procedures increase.

 The prospect of another summer experiencing the additional discomfort of hot and humid weather can cause women to seek advice.

 In addition to the well documented neck, back, shoulder pain , difficulties buying clothes and self-esteem issues, which are present at all time of the year, additional symptoms which become more fre...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2020 23:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/60248fa586aed.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="931750"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breast Cancer Awareness Month]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/breast-cancer-awareness-month</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/109398</guid><description><![CDATA[
 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month which is a perfect opportunity to remind every woman who may be overdue to book in your breast screen.

 The first few months of the COVID-19 pandemic caused the number of breast cancer screenings to decline significantly across the country, the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) has reported. They say there have been 145,000 fewer screenings conducted by BreastScreen Australia from January to June this year when compared to the sam...]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2020 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5f9a3c042899e.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="59381"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Self Examination Before And After A Breast Reduction]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/self-examination-before-and-after-a-breast-reduction</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/109238</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Breast self-examination is an integral part of breast cancer surveillance, and as a woman you know how important it is to monitor any changes in your breasts over time. Women know their own bodies and more often than not, it is you who can detect if something feels just not quite right.

 To ensure the best chance for treatment and cure, early detection of the disease is essential. This means that BSE (Breast Self-Examination) and having a general awareness of your own body is integral. In ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2020 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5f8509edbde28.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="48249"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Breast Reduction Clinic Is Back]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/the-breast-reduction-clinic-is-back</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/109127</guid><description><![CDATA[
 After a short break due to the covid-19 pandemic and subsequent shutdown in metropolitan Melbourne, we are so excited to let you know that the Government has announced that elective surgery can resume on the 28th of September. This announcement details that breast reduction procedures and consultations may recommence at a capacity of 75%, meaning that your breast reduction surgery can now be scheduled with us, but there may be slightly less availability than usual as we work to the legal li...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2020 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5f7138ba81ad0.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="48065"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[How can I adjust my posture after breast reduction surgery?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/how-can-i-adjust-my-posture-after-breast-reduction-surgery-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/108717</guid><description><![CDATA[
 You&#39;ve decided to have breast reduction surgery and have familiarised yourself with the process. The preparation and procedure are very important, but equally as important is learning to incorporate your new chest weight and shape into your everyday life after the surgery is complete.

 One of the most common reasons women seek breast reduction surgery relates to postural problems.

 Most commonly postural issues cause shoulder, neck and upper back strain and pain as a result of the wei...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2020 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5f3c84bf2ed6f.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="70425"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quality of life prospects after a breast reduction]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/quality-of-life-prospects-after-a-breast-reduction</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/108357</guid><description><![CDATA[
 You have made the decision to undergo the breast reduction procedure, you have recovered and you are adjusting to your new normal. All of the negative aspects your breasts used to bring into your life have been flipped on their head.

 But what is it like one, two or twenty years later? Will you still perceive yourself to have a higher quality of life and body confidence? Will your new chest still bring you the joy and relief that you feel immediately post surgery?

 As I mentioned in my re...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2020 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5f027e61df47c.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="32118"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breast feeding and a breast reduction]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/breast-feeding-and-a-breast-reduction</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/108038</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Generally, the advice is that there is likely to be a 50 per cent chance that breastfeeding capabilities will be affected by breast surgery of any form, and it is an important factor to consider before undergoing the procedure. Breastfeeding should be discussed with the surgeon fully before any breast surgery.

 As with all surgeries, there is a certain element of risk associated with the procedure. If the prospect of being unable to breast feed in the future is a non-negotiable for you, it...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2020 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5eccaa7d17ee2.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="71283"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Should I have a Breast Reduction in my late teens/early 20's?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/should-i-have-a-breast-reduction-in-my-late-teens-early-20-s-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/107951</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Many women have been considering a breast reduction since they first started developing during puberty. This means that by the time you hit your twenties, it may have been in the back of your mind for five or ten years already. Whilst many of the symptoms can arise throughout puberty, where possible it is always better to wait until breasts are fully developed.

 In extreme circumstances it may be considered at an earlier age, however this is very rare and at the very least should be deferr...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2020 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5ebca57fb253d.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="23214"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[What are some signs I may benefit from a breast reduction?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/what-are-some-signs-i-may-benefit-from-a-breast-reduction-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/107894</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Having been the resident of your body for your entire life, it can prove difficult to make the decision on whether a Breast Reduction will actually enhance the quality of the life you have always lived. The procedure is rarely an impulsive decision, and has often been on a patient&#39;s mind since puberty. This being said, there are some tell-tale signs that Breast Reduction candidates often present with.

 Neck and back pain is very common. The size of your breasts can weigh down your uppe...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2020 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5ebca591ba3c8.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="35711"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Did you know you can have breast reduction performed as a day surgery?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/did-you-know-you-can-have-breast-reduction-performed-as-a-day-surgery-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/101598</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Ultimately it will be your choice whether you decide to stay in hospital overnight after surgery or decide to have your surgery as a day procedure.

 Day procedure for breast reduction is possible for multiple reasons. Firstly most women report breast reduction being less painful than they had expected and therefore it is not likely that you will need to stay in hospital for pain relief.

 Secondly you will not require drain tubes for this surgery so there is no need to stop in hospital fol...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 17 Dec 2018 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5ebca5a3aa899.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="63300"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Did you know about breast feeding rates in Australia?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/did-you-know-about-breast-feeding-rates-in-australia-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/101597</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Before you can have an informed discussion about breast feeding after breast reduction it really helps to have some insights into what the range of breast feeding experience of women who do not or have not had a breast reduction may be.

 As you would expect, every woman&#39;s experience of breast feeding is different and a huge number of factors (such as the mother&#39;s health, the baby&#39;s health and size at birth and in the months following).

 Let&#39;s start with the current re...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 03 Dec 2018 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5bf234de80e36.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="82221"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Did you know these are the major risk factors for breast cancer?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/did-you-know-these-are-the-major-risk-factors-for-breast-cancer-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/101596</guid><description><![CDATA[
 I think the most useful way to think about this issue is to divide into it things you can do something about and the ones that you are stuck with:

 Risks you can do something about:

 Exercise: Not exercising regularly increases your risk

 Weight: Being overweight (particularly as you get older) increases your risk compared to women of ideal body weight

 Alcohol: Research studies show consuming alcohol increases your risk of breast cancer. It is dose related (that means the more...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Nov 2018 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5bf234a58c2aa.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="83486"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Did you know there are different scar patterns with different types of breast reduction procedures?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/did-you-know-there-are-different-scar-patterns-with-different-types-of-breast-reduction-procedures-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/101587</guid><description><![CDATA[
 There are 2 common scar patterns produced by different types of breast reduction procedure.

 Vertical or &quot;lollipop&quot; type procedures have a circular scar around the nipple and areolar complex and a vertical scar from the nipple scar vertically down towards the breast fold. These type of procedures are ideally suited to small to moderate breast reduction procedures and are more often chosen by younger women who may not have had the opportunity to meet their long term partner and...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2018 04:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5be1088b960ef.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="82345"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Did you know all breast reductions include a breast lift?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/did-you-know-all-breast-reductions-include-a-breast-lift-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/100832</guid><description><![CDATA[
 All breast reduction procedures include a lift.

 Often when I am consulting with someone who is considering a breast reduction procedure they seem to be uncertain or confused whether a breast reduction procedure will include a breast lift.

 There are two components in all breast reduction procedures. The most important aspect is the removal of the excess weight of your breasts. It is the excessive weight of breast tissue which is producing the postural changes in your neck, back and ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Sep 2018 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5bad7692e1278.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="39867"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Did you know you may be able to breast feed after breast reduction?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/did-you-know-you-may-be-able-to-breast-feed-after-breast-reduction-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/100493</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Most women know intuitively having a breast reduction procedure will have implications for them should they wish to breast feed in the future.

 Many assume they will not be able to breast feed should they decide to have a breast reduction procedure prior to having a family. I think this is a reasonable starting point. If you assume you will not be able to breast feed after breast reduction either way you cannot be disappointed. If you cannot breast feed then that is what you expected. I...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 03 Sep 2018 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5b8cd2322cd8b.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="72549"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Did you know breast reduction reduces the risk of breast cancer]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/did-you-know-breast-reduction-reduces-the-risk-of-breast-cancer</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/100012</guid><description><![CDATA[
 The common reasons women consider breast reduction surgery are neck, back and shoulder pain, postural problems, difficulty exercising, rashes or infections under the breast fold and self-esteem issues.

 Having said this if you feel you need to consider breast reduction surgery for a combination of the reasons above it is still reassuring to know that if you do proceed to breast reduction you are likely to be reducing your risk of breast cancer.

 There a multiple international publish...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Aug 2018 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5b68d95685207.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="54642"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[The best time of year to have a breast reduction.]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/the-best-time-of-year-to-have-a-breast-reduction-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/98466</guid><description><![CDATA[
 I frequently get asked is there a best time of year to have a breast reduction?

 Some people have the theory that the recovery from the procedure may be easier over the winter months. The theory goes in the winter months you can hibernate more easily without people noticing you are not around for a couple of weeks and that it is easier to rug up and keep warm than it is to keep cool if we were to get a heat wave just after the procedure. Other feel being able to wear lighter cool clothi...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Mar 2018 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5aa7af17b47a4.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="117765"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[What size will I be after breast reduction?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/what-size-will-i-be-after-breast-reduction-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/98465</guid><description><![CDATA[
 The question &quot;What size will I be after breast reduction?&quot; is clearly one of those questions that is going to be at the top or near the top of your list when you talk to a doctor about breast reduction.

 Most women have a good understanding that this is a more complicated question than it might appear at first thought. Any woman who has bought a bra in recent years will know that cup size can vary significantly from brand to brand .When you are fitted by a different person the...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Mar 2018 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5af3b60ba82ef.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="17666"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rash under your breasts]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/rash-under-your-breasts</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/97831</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Do you suffer from a rash under your breasts? You most likely have a condition known as intertrigo.

 Intertrigo is a skin condition (dermatitis) caused by the friction of skin folds rubbing together in the presence of heat and moisture. In this case we are talking about under the breast fold but it can be seen in other areas such as the groin.

 It is most commonly seen in the summer months when the weather conspires to create the conditions likely to contribute to developing the issu...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jan 2018 01:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5af3bd984539c.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="25788"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hot, hot, hot]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/hot--hot--hot</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/97835</guid><description><![CDATA[
 It is here for another year. Every year about this time all the women who have been struggling with the problems disproportionately large breasts cause are rueing the fact they have let another year pass without addressing the issue.

 With all the hot and in some places very humid weather we are all experiencing the classic symptoms leading women to consider breast reduction are coming to the front of mind. Perhaps the most frustrating and distressing thing of all is that people who don...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jan 2018 01:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5af3b6ac08f40.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="36929"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Summer is here again]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/summer-is-here-again</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/95855</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Every year at this time I see women who have promised themselves that they will not go through another summer enduring the pain and additional discomfort summer brings due the weight and size of their breasts.

 Life gets in the way over the cooler months&nbsp; and a busy life just means you may have not got around to talking to someone about your breast issues. Before you know it we are back to the hotter weather and the same old problems are back again. The rashes and irritation in the...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Nov 2017 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5a0e7091374c5.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="134232"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Research into the effect of posture on pain in some women]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/research-into-the-effect-of-posture-on-pain-in-some-women</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/90531</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Are you interested in contributing to medical research?

 We are trying to help Dr. Kelly Ann Bowles and Megan Jepson with their research project to see if posture and body shape affect shoulder and/or neck pain in some women.

 The aim of the study is to understand the causes of neck and shoulder pain in women by looking at posture and body shape (Your breasts can be a big factor in both your posture and body shape). By gathering this information the hope is to positively influence out...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 02 Aug 2017 23:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/59a50dd6823a4.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="83241"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your nipples and breast reduction]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/your-nipples-and-breast-reduction</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/90535</guid><description><![CDATA[
 What happens to your nipples during and after breast reduction?

 Quite understandably women have lots of questions about what happens to their nipples during and after breast reduction.

 The common questions and misunderstandings are listed below:

 Are my nipples removed during breast reduction?

 Your nipples remain attached to your breast tissue at all times during a breast reduction. They are never removed. We keep them attached to the breast tissue we are keeping to make you...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 02 Aug 2017 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/59a50edae4619.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="123643"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breast size, Bra design and comfort during exercise]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/breast-size--bra-design-and-comfort-during-exercise</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/88699</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Many women considering breast reduction have reached the point where they have abandoned exercise due the difficulties their breasts cause during and after exercise.

 Most women considering breast reduction report as one of their major motivations for considering breast reduction is to get back to more exercise.

 Research suggests breast size is the fourth ranked reason given for women not being physically active. (After motivation, time constraints, and other health issues).

 17%...]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jun 2017 23:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/59534ed88bb86.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="58455"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exercise and Breast Health]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/exercise-and-breast-health</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/88695</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Breast cancer is Australia is unfortunately a common disease. Your lifetime risk of developing breast cancer is around one in eight.

 We cannot change that fact (at least for the time being) but are there simple things you can do to reduce your risk and exercise is on the top of that list.

 Did you know there is research to show that lack of physical activity increases your risk of breast cancer? 

 This is independent of whether you are overweight or not. If you are overweight and...]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jun 2017 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Elephant in the room and the new CSIRO diet book.]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/the-elephant-in-the-room-and-the-new-csiro-diet-book-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/87399</guid><description><![CDATA[
 We should get something straight at the start of this conversation.

 If you have overly large breasts we both know losing weight will not solve the problem. I understand you have already tried that and proven to yourself it doesn&#39;t work.

 If your breasts are too big and causing physical symptoms like neck, back and shoulder pain or rashes or infection in the fold under your breasts, weight loss will not fix this.

 The reasons you should consider losing weight prior to breast r...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2017 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/59474082a4ef8.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="69230"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nipples and breast reduction]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/nipples-and-breast-reduction</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/87395</guid><description><![CDATA[
 The major motivation for all women considering breast reduction is reducing the symptoms caused by the excessive weight of their breasts.

 This is a given but it doesn&#39;t mean you will not have other important questions to ask your Plastic Surgeon about the procedure.

 Today I thought we should deal with the common questions in relation to your nipples and breast reduction surgery procedures.The commonly asked questions I have listed below:

 Are my nipples removed during the pr...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2017 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can large breasts make it difficult to breath?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/can-large-breasts-make-it-difficult-to-breath-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/85711</guid><description><![CDATA[
 I was doing a post op consultation yesterday with a lady who had her breast reduction performed 2 weeks ago.

 As we were talking about how she was feeling she told me one of the unexpected positive effects she had noticed was that she felt it was a whole lot easier to breath. She asked me whether other people had noticed this.

 This is a more common observation than you may think. There is actually published research demonstrating that having overly large breasts dragging on your che...]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 30 Apr 2017 23:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can overly large breasts be a contributing factor in chronic headaches or migraine?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/can-overly-large-breasts-be-a-contributing-factor-in-chronic-headaches-or-migraine-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/85707</guid><description><![CDATA[
 The commonly reported physical symptoms leading to women deciding to have breast reduction surgery are back pain, shoulder pain, neck pain, rashes underneath the breasts and deep grooving of the shoulders and shoulder pain. In addition to all these physical symptoms it is not uncommon for women presenting for breast reduction to complain of chronic headaches and / or migraines.

 Could overlying large breasts be one contributing factor in the chronic headaches in some of these women?

 ...]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 29 Apr 2017 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/59066f23659b0.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="30417"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are my nipples removed during breast reduction?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/are-my-nipples-removed-during-breast-reduction-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/82755</guid><description><![CDATA[
 This seems to be a common misconception about breast reduction.

 During a breast reduction procedure&nbsp; your nipples are never disconnected&nbsp; from the supporting breast tissue.

 Your nipples will be repositioned and if you choose they can be reduced in size to match the reduced size of your new breasts but they are never detached from your body during the procedure.

 Have you got other questions about breast reduction surgery you would like Dr Burt to answer in his blogs? I...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 06 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Physics and breast reduction]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/physics-and-breast-reduction</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/82031</guid><description><![CDATA[
 In lots of ways when we discuss breast reduction it is all about the weight of your breasts.

 It is the weight of your breasts which cause the neck, back, and shoulder pain and therefore if this excess weight is removed then the symptoms can be expected to improve or resolve.

 This is why breast reduction has such high satisfaction rates following surgery.

 It is very simply that if the person who performs the procedure removes the excess weight from the front of your chest the dr...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2017 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Planning your Breast Reduction]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/planning-your-breast-reduction</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/81535</guid><description><![CDATA[
 So you made it through Christmas and New Year.

 You have toughed it out through another school holidays wearing a t-shirt to the pool with the kids.

 Now the kids are back at school it seems even busier (books, school uniforms, homework, new activities, sport training). Was it just a month ago you promised yourself you were going to get to next Christmas without doing something about your breasts?

 Let&#39;s face it unless you set aside some time to gather the information and thin...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2017 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/58b36ae63d286.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="5853"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can I have my breast reduction performed by liposuction?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/can-i-have-my-breast-reduction-performed-by-liposuction-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/81123</guid><description><![CDATA[
 The concept of having a breast reduction performed by liposuction alone is an immediately attractive idea. Having only a scars of a few millimeters long and therefore potentially less healing time sounds great and for some women it is an appropriate option but for a lot of women when their individual situation is assessed liposuction by itself will not reliably address all their concerns.

 So how do we decide if liposuction by itself can achieve your desired result from a breast reducti...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2017 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[What motivates women to have a breast reduction?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/what-motivates-women-to-have-a-breast-reduction-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/79923</guid><description><![CDATA[
 I think there is a large misperception in the broader community that breast reduction is a cosmetic procedure. Whilst there is no doubt breast reduction will alter your appearance it is absolutely not a cosmetic procedure.

 In my experience women considering breast reduction are very sensible, they have usually done a large amount of homework over many years before they even come along to talk about breast reduction. It is something that has been on their mind often since puberty.

 W...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[If I am overweight can I still have a breast reduction?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/if-i-am-overweight-can-i-still-have-a-breast-reduction-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/79927</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Everything in life is relative. There are very few black and white situations. In the ideal world we would all be perfect . If that was the case of course no one would need a breast reduction.

 Being overweight is a relative contraindication to ( an important reason to be cautious or to avoid)having breast reduction.

 If you are a few kilos above your ideal body weight there is no issue at all.

 If you are significantly overweight then the reasons to defer a decision about having ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Another year gone by?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/another-year-gone-by-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/78547</guid><description><![CDATA[
 At this time of year I always see multiple women to discuss breast reduction surgery.

 When I enquire as to what compelled them to come so late in the year their response is &quot;I just couldn&#39;t let another year go by without doing something about this&quot;. Often followed by a comment like &quot;I knew if we got to Christmas and I hadn&#39;t made an appointment to see you another year would go by before I did anything about this&quot;.

 Just last week I was talking to a patien...]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 27 Nov 2016 23:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/583b6db2cd101.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="116342"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breast reduction and scars]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/breast-reduction-and-scars</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/77491</guid><description><![CDATA[
 All forms of breast reduction will result in some scars on your breasts.

 The commonly performed breast reduction techniques produce either the Lollipop scar pattern or the &nbsp;Anchor pattern of scars.

 The Anchor pattern refers to scars being present around your nipple, vertically below your nipple running to the breast fold and a long scar running in the breast fold from close to the edge of the breast bone to the lateral chest area. This was the universal scar pattern seen from ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is summer a good time to have breast reduction surgery?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/is-summer-a-good-time-to-have-breast-reduction-surgery-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/76227</guid><description><![CDATA[
 1. A common question we hear at this time of year is &quot;Is summer a good time of year to have breast reduction surgery&quot;?

 Often women worry out loud that over summer &quot;The skin in the fold under my breasts gets sweaty and I can get rashes, infections and sometimes even bleeding in this area. Surely that can&#39;t be a good time to have surgery&quot;

 Obviously these issues are real concerns and certainly we would not perform a procedure if you had an active infection at t...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2016 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5805ac0135bdb.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="134232"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Summer is coming!]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/summer-is-coming-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/76223</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Given the long, cold winter we experienced this year and stormy weather we have been experiencing in the last few weeks it is hard to believe summer is just around the corner but no doubt the warm weather is not that far away.

 If you have been struggling with the symptoms overly large breasts can cause for years now, the prospect of battling through another summer can be daunting.

 Often at this time of year we see women coming in saying &quot;I just can&#39;t face another summer wi...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2016 01:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5805a513d1450.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="145294"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[The emotional weight of larger breasts]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/the-emotional-weight-of-larger-breasts</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/59015</guid><description><![CDATA[Carrying a large emotional weightA 2014 study published in the journal Plastic &amp; Reconstructive Surgery found when compared to normal breasts, teens with different-sized breasts scored lower on emotional well-being and self-esteem, even after researchers adjusted for differences in body weight.This is proven time and time again when I speak with my patients. The physical impact of breasts are often clearly evident for others to see. Sore back, shoulder straps digging into the shoulders an...]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 20 Dec 2015 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breast Reduction Insights]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/breast-reduction-insights</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/55599</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Over the past twelve months we have been asking women what it is like to want a breast reduction. What are their concerns, issues and questions. We are just about to hit 50 responses to this survey. The responses are compelling, sad and inspiring. If you have a issue with your breasts why not take our survey today and see what other women are saying in this special report.

 Some quotes that moved us:

 &quot;Since I was young I have always had large breasts and was often teased at sch...]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2015 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can really heavy breasts cause back and neck issues?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/can-really-heavy-breasts-cause-back-and-neck-issues-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/54407</guid><description><![CDATA[Does this sound like you, &quot;As soon as she opened her eyes each morning, Jane Clarke would reach for the bottle of pain-killers on her bedside table. She needed them just to get through the day.Before they took effect, even the most basic tasks, such as walking down the drive to collect her post, caused her shoulders and neck to ache. And even though she topped up her medication every few hours, agonising pain was a constant feature of her life.&quot;

 Read more:&nbsp;
If you have lar...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2015 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Am I too young to have surgery?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/am-i-too-young-to-have-surgery-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/51695</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Making the decision to have a breast reduction at any age requires serious consideration, but when you are considering still growing as a teenager it takes on another level of consideration. When Modern Family&#39;s 17 year old star Ariel Winter underwent a breast reduction in June of this year, it is likely that younger women with breast issues took notice.

 

 The breast reduction surgery took her from a size 32F to a 34D. Ariel has a petite frame 5 foot 1inches and admits to wearin...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2015 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to pick your breast surgeon?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/how-to-pick-your-breast-surgeon-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/50850</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Picking the right surgeon for you and your needs is a very important consideration, it is a life changing decision. Let&#39;s look at &nbsp;the decision based on three criteria:

 1. Certification and Qualifications

 2. Experience

 3. Rapport with you

 Let&#39;s look at these each in turn.

 1. Certification and Qualifications - Is your &nbsp;breast surgeon qualified?

 In Australia anyone with a medical degree can call themselves a cosmetic surgeon and then carry out cosmet...]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[When to buy a new bra?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/when-to-buy-a-new-bra-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/50862</guid><description><![CDATA[
 One of the first things you might want to do after surgery is go out an buy yourself a new bra. But realistically when will you be able to know what size to buy and wear it?

 After surgery you will be in a post op bra which is like a crop top. You will be swollen and tender for a few weeks and it is likely you will need to wait a few months before your breasts are stable and then investigate a new bra waredrobe. Before then it is best only investing an an inexpensive bra and usually som...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is the real recovery after surgery?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/what-is-the-real-recovery-after-surgery-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/49830</guid><description><![CDATA[

 Most woman will be able to do almost any activity after 4 weeks.&nbsp;Some women are able to go back to non physical type jobs at 2 weeks or less.&nbsp;If you work,or can work from home, then you may be able to do some or all of your work earlier.The answer to this question often requires individual guidance based on your personal specific needs. You would be surprised how much individual&nbsp; thought is required.

 See this video from Dr Burt around this topic below.

 

 You mig...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2015 21:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is there any way to minimise scarring?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/is-there-any-way-to-minimise-scarring-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/49826</guid><description><![CDATA[
 There are lots of ways to minimise scarring.

 <br />
 1.Choice of technique. You can elect a minimal scar technique. These techniques are; a) liposuction alone or b)&quot;vertical &quot; breast reduction techniques.<br />
 All these choices are open to you but the key is to understand how appropriate those choices may be for your individual needs. For instance a decision about liposuction is influenced by age (younger women&#39;s breast have more dense glandular tissue and are therefore more diff...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2015 21:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Am I too old to have a breast reduction]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/am-i-too-old-to-have-a-breast-reduction</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/49818</guid><description><![CDATA[
 When is too old to have a breast reduction?


 There is no hard rule as to when you may be too old to consider breast reduction. Currently it is uncommon for women over 65 years to choose to have a breast reduction.

 Accepted age limits for all medical treatments are constantly being revised as more and more people are living very long healthy lives. Most people (particularly women) don&#39;t seem to realize how long they are going to live.&nbsp; Currently a female child born in Aust...]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2015 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[How likely is infection after breast reduction?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/how-likely-is-infection-after-breast-reduction-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/49822</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Fortunately significant infection is very rare after breast reduction.

 If you were to have a breast reduction procedure you would given intravenous&nbsp; antibiotics during the procedure. It is very rare to see a significant infection after the procedure . As a guide I have never had to readmit a patient to hospital for infection problems after a breast reduction. Nothing is impossible but it would certainly be a rare occurrence. Fortunately significant infection is very rare after bre...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2015 21:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Too young to have a breast reduction?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/too-young-to-have-a-breast-reduction-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/49730</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Am I too young to have breast reduction?


 <br />
 On occasion this decision can be one of the hardest decisions a young woman and her family has to make in regards breast reduction.<br />
 In the ideal world all women would have the option to defer a decision about breast reduction until well into their adult life (and preferably for most women until they have had the chance to attempt breast feeding if that is their preference).

 Unfortunately we don&#39;t live in the ideal world and in rar...]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2015 21:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Menopause - What on earth is going on here?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/menopause---what-on-earth-is-going-on-here-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/40038</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Most women have been prepared for the hot flushes and mood swings which often accompany menopause but there are a whole lot of other changes which occur around this time which you might not be aware of or understand.

 Menopausal&nbsp; women and those approaching menopause&nbsp; commonly witness weight gain particularly&nbsp; around the abdomen .This is believed to relate to the decline in oestrogen levels&nbsp; occurring at the time of menopause.

 <br />
 The exact reason why&nbsp; weight...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2015 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[What to consider prior to a breast reduction]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/what-to-consider-prior-to-a-breast-reduction</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/46802</guid><description><![CDATA[With Breast Surgery currently one of the most requested cosmetic surgical procedure, it&#39;s important that patients understand exactly what they can expect from it. Cosmetic Surgery is not a decision to be entered into lightly, so it&#39;s a wise idea to equip yourself with as much know-how as you can before agreeing to surgery.

 1. You will need to do all the pre-tests before having the surgery - mamogram, weight and health checks.
2. You&#39;ll need to book at least two weeks off work...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2015 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[More about patient satisfaction after breast reduction?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/more-about-patient-satisfaction-after-breast-reduction-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/47634</guid><description><![CDATA[Today we are going to follow on from the last post and further discuss patient satisfaction with breast reduction?In 2012 in the research journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (this is called Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery) a research study was published where the results of all the available previously published research studies were combined and analysed. (this is called a meta-analysis).In addition to well documented improvements in musculoskeletal pain (back pain,neck pa...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2015 23:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are women satisfied after breast reduction?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/are-women-satisfied-after-breast-reduction-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/47630</guid><description><![CDATA[So in the last &nbsp;two days we have discussed &nbsp;the symptoms &nbsp;which motivate &nbsp;women to &nbsp;consider breast reduction and whether breast reduction &nbsp;addresses those symptoms. The next question to answer&nbsp;is after it is over are women satisfied?

Again the answer is - YES

Breast reduction has consistently extremely high satisfaction rates.

I have listed some &nbsp;examples below:

My practice 97% satisfaction (Internal practice survey,2014)


 95%&nbsp; (Annals of &n...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2015 23:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will breast reduction resolve my symptoms?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/will-breast-reduction-resolve-my-symptoms-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/47626</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Once you know what motivates women to have breast reduction the next obvious question is does breast reduction resolve their issues?

 The answer is -YES
All the reported research shows significant improvement in all the symptoms &nbsp;concerning women.&nbsp;These results &nbsp;have been reproduced in multiple studies which document symptom reduction

 
  Resolution of pain
 
  Increased exercise tolerance
 
  Objectively documented improved posture (xray studies show improved sp...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2015 23:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why do women have a breast reduction?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/why-do-women-have-a-breast-reduction-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/47622</guid><description><![CDATA[
 The commonest reasons women have a breast reduction are listed below:

 
  
   
    Neck pain
   
    88%
  
  
   
    Back pain
   
    82%
  
  
   
    Shoulder pain, strap marks
   
    88%
  
  
   
    Headaches
   
    64%
  
  
   
    Poor posture
   
    86%
  
  
   
    Rashes, infections under breasts
   
    47%
  
  
   
    Inability to exercise ,exercise intolerance
   
    80%
  
  
   
    Humiliation work, socially, buying clothes, exercising, attending commitments with...]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2015 21:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/5e8e9d8d97f08.jpg" type="image/jpeg" length="45298"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[A special day to celebrate Mum]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/a-special-day-to-celebrate-mum</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/47222</guid><description><![CDATA[
 On this Mothers Day, it would be great if every mum could celebrate not only being a mum, but looking and feeling great. &nbsp;Surely the legacy that mum&#39;s can leave their children is it is who you are, not what you look like that is of prime importance. &nbsp;It would be great if we loved our bodies no matter what the size and shape. The truth is that we all have bits we don&#39;t love but when they impact our ability to function in the world confidently, then these feelings can impac...]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2015 04:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[I wonder what smaller breasts will be like?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/i-wonder-what-smaller-breasts-will-be-like-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/46798</guid><description><![CDATA[
 It is likely that if you have larger breasts that impact your day to day functioning, self esteem and mood, you have wondered what it would be like if they were smaller. Will your posture change? Will your confidence improve? Will you change your whole wardrobe?

 We asked women in our customer survey what they hoped and expected after breast surgery:

 
  &quot;honestly to have perky boobs that sit up by themselves and look great beneath my clothing would be a dream&quot;
 
  &quot...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2015 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will a breast reduction reduce my symptoms]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/will-a-breast-reduction-reduce-my-symptoms</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/43242</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Probably the single most common motivation for considering breast reduction surgery is chronic back, shoulder and neck pain.

 Research studies following up on the results of breast reduction surgery consistently find back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain can be improved by these procedures.
Numerous studies have looked at these issues. What you may find interesting is that there is no direct relationship between bra cup size and the amount of breast size related symptoms experienced by p...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2015 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://assets.cdn.thewebconsole.com/S3WEB5515/blogImages/54c974da1ba5f.png" type="image/png" length="3696"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breast feeding after a breast reduction]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/breast-feeding-after-a-breast-reduction</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/40162</guid><description><![CDATA[
 The most recent Australian data suggests less than 40% of women who have not had a breast reduction breastfeed their babies for 3months and only 15% make it to 6months.This data is comparable with overseas data on breast feeding rates in normal women.This must be kept in mind when discussing breast feeding after breast reduction.(1)

 These figures may be a surprise to many women who have yet to have children. Ninety six per cent&nbsp; of women try breast feeding but for an infinite vari...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2014 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breast size and self esteem]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/breast-size-and-self-esteem</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/40054</guid><description><![CDATA[It&#39;s fascinating to me that small busted women feel more confident with a larger bust when I know that a lot of big busted women feel less confident because they&#39;re busty. Why is there such a disconnect between the two? If this research were true for all women then larger breasted women should be overflowing with confidence when in reality some busty women go to extreme measures to hide their shape. We may often hear the story of the girl that was flat chested an all she wanted was to...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2014 23:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is the story with breast feeding?]]></title><link>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/what-is-the-story-with-breast-feeding-</link><guid>https://www.breastreductionclinic.com.au/blog/post/view/post/40034</guid><description><![CDATA[
 Recommended guidelines:<br />
 In Australia there are two organisations who have issued widely accepted&nbsp; breast feeding guidelines. The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) (1,2) recommends exclusive&nbsp; breast feeding for babies for&nbsp; 6 months then breast feeding continuing along with the introduction of solid and other liquid&nbsp; foods until 1-2&nbsp; years of age.<br />
 The World Health Organisation (3) also recommends exclusive&nbsp; breast feeding for babies up to ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2014 23:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item></channel></rss>
