Women have very unique medical needs from men and their pain is also different. A reason for this is the nerve density women naturally have.
For example, data proves women have around 34 nerve fibers per square centimeter on their face while men average 17. Adding to that the hormonal mix a woman live with affects her nervous system. It’s why the menstrual cycle can create cramps that make it difficult for a woman to get out of bed. She could suffer from Irritable Bowl Syndrome or Fibromyalgia. Women normally manage the pain from these conditions with medication from a physician. Plus, medical insurance can cover some costs for treatment.
There are other painful experiences women have learned to believe they have to live with. As if it’s just ‘part of being a woman.’ Sure, we can agree that childbirth is one, though modern medicine makes it more comfortable than in the past. But large breasts can also bring daily pain, wearing a woman down. She might feel short stabs like lightning moving across her back. There are twinges, spasms, tingling, and aches from carrying so much weight around. Even a good, supportive bra may dig into her shoulders, reminding her of her burden.
She might not even consider visiting a plastic surgeon to reduce her breasts because she knows ‘cosmetic’ surgeries are not covered by insurance. And normally, she would be right, many breast augmentations are not covered. Unless the surgery is diagnosed as a health issue by a physician. At that time, medical insurance may be available to cover some or all of the costs.
A breast reduction with insurance is possible in Los Angeles.
Many PPO plans will cover breast reduction surgery if a woman is found to be in chronic pain due to the size of her breasts. It’s not only the pain, but the long-term health effects of such as:
Nerve compression from wearing a heavy bra can lead to tingling and numbness in the arms and hands.
Skin rashes and infections: the ‘inframammary fold’ is the area between the breasts and the chest. This area can become hot and sweaty, creating a perfect breeding ground for painful rashes and fungus.
Hunched back: Over time, the spine curves to manage the weight in front.
The size of the breasts may not be the sole criterion for approving medically necessary surgery. For example, a woman who is 5’8 and a D cup may be very comfortable for her size. But take a petite woman at 5’2 and that D cup feels like a G cup. Physical proportion is very relevant to an insurance-paid breast reduction in Los Angeles.
Dr. Ariel Ourian is an expert in evaluating a woman’s physique and ensuring her breasts are proportional to her body type. When a woman visits our Beverly Hills clinic for private a consultation, he will develop a unique treatment plan for their personal success. In addition, his team will look over a PPO insurance plan for a breast reduction to help alleviate the financial stress.