Breast reduction gone wrong

**cclay** · 11-19-2009 01:32 AM

In 2004, I had breast augmentation and lift. The surgery left me with one breast larger than the other, two different sized nipples, one nipple that is flat and terrible scars. I can't look at myself in the mirror. After the surgery, I list my concerns to the dr. And he told me that there was nothing to worry about that the scars would go away and the nipple areas would even up. And I believed him! Now I feel horrible and I cry more than I tell anyone, the feeling that I have when I look in the mirror is undesirable.

I don't have the money for another surgery and I’m just plain scared. Lately I’ve been thinking about find a lawyer with free cons. And wanted to know if anyone knew the process or what steps should I take to resolve this issue. I have gained so much weight due to the stress of the entire thing. My husband hasn't seen me in so long!!! Please help me resolve this issue, tell me what to do. Please

**CHANDLERS WISH** · 11-19-2009 01:40 AM

Welcome cclay.

Can I say that most members are sleeping at the moment, just not Australia so bare with people for replies.

A Doctor can't make a "claim" without it being proven to be correct, a few years have passed, did you get anything in writing?

Did you take photos of before and after?

I am so sorry, I really feel for you but definately we have one side slightly smaller than the other but not dramatic and if there are still scars then you have a right to be upset.

I think if you can find a lawyer, show your pictures before, after and now and discuss it.

And if they don't feel you have a case " which I feel you do" then find another one...

Please don't feel stressed, why haven't you seen your husband in a long time?

CW

**tagged** · 11-21-2009 06:37 AM

cclay, do you mind if I ask why you had the reduction? thinking of having one myself, my boobs are large, weighing over a stone and do not help with my slipped disk, I can't do many sports anymore because of them etc...

As for your own situation, I am only a law student, however, it does sound as if you could have a case for medical negligence, emotional distress etc. (even to google stuff like negligence/tort/medical will give you some idea yourself) (please don't take this as full on legal advise by any means, merely my own view from what I've studied and to give you some sort of starting point for your own research)

You shouldn't need to worry about your husband seeing you, he should be supporting you and as terrible as you may feel about your body, it's most likely not half as bad as you percieve it to be. You'll get there.

**Jenty** · 12-10-2009 09:57 AM

CClay,
I am currently going through a very similar problem with my breast reduction, I know its not easy dealing with it. If you find out any info please inform me.

**Jenty** · 12-10-2009 09:59 AM

tagged,
A word of advice make sure you do plenty of research about the surgeons if you want to have a successful surgery.

**empty vase** · 01-06-2010 05:32 PM

hmmm.. i'm frm the uk and currently a 34JJ (even that is small for me) and was trying to get it done on the NHS but fear something could go wrong because they are so big.

I just want to say thank you for helping me decide. i'm gonna stickwith the footballs.

as for your situation, good advice's been given. do lots of research and speak to different lawyers as they might all tell you different so you know what to expect and what the outcome might be.

best of luck

**hwiser09** · 03-02-2010 05:29 AM

Originally Posted by cclay

In 2004, I had breast augmentation and lift. The surgery left me with one breast larger than the other, two different sized nipples, one nipple that is flat and terrible scars. I can't look at myself in the mirror. After the surgery, I list my concerns to the dr. And he told me that there was nothing to worry about that the scars would go away and the nipple areas would even up. And I believed him! Now I feel horrible and I cry more than I tell anyone, the feeling that I have when I look in the mirror is undesirable.

I don't have the money for another surgery and I’m just plain scared. Lately I’ve been thinking about find a lawyer with free cons. And wanted to know if anyone knew the process or what steps should I take to resolve this issue. I have gained so much weight due to the stress of the entire thing. My husband hasn't seen me in so long!!! Please help me resolve this issue, tell me what to do. Please

Getting a lawyer might not be an option for you if there are no supporting documents to justify your claim against the doctor. Further, the *outbound link removed* was already 6 years ago and it will really take you some time. The best thing you can do is to consult it to other doctors which may have other option that you can afford .