Health Tip: Breast Reduction Surgery

(HealthDay News) -- While breast reduction surgery can solve some physical problems and issues with a woman's self-esteem, it's not the best option for everyone.

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the best candidates for this surgery are women who:

• Have physical pain or discomfort caused by their breasts, particularly back or neck pain.

• Are not just looking for cosmetic enhancements or improvements.

• Have restricted physical activity because of the size of their breasts.

• Have fully developed breasts.

• Do not plan to breast-feed.

• Are mature enough to understand the surgery and have realistic expectations of its aftermath.