Breast Asymmetry getting me down.

[HoneyToastCheeseAndPolos]

I'm feeling so low and fed up with it.

I have breast asymmetry. I'm not sure of the difference in size (as its impossible to measure them individually) but I'm pretty sure the larger one is an E and the smaller one is a C.

I'm 7 months pregnant so my already horrible boobs are now bigger and floppier and even more difficult to fit into a bra. I'm only in my 20's but they are saggy and the nipples point downwards.

I normally buy for the bigger breast and stuff the small side. But it's so uncomfortable. I'm left with a big gap on the small side, the back feels too tight the bigger boobs feels squashed.

Any solutions? I wish that somebody could just come and measure me once and for all and custom make me a bra that actually fits! I spent my life in sports bras because they are easier to wear but they look awful under clothes.

Have you looked at the info on the better bra campaign blog? The lady who helped write the asymmetry section is a super experienced bra fitter. Also look at the fitting advice bit. Thebetterbracampaign.blogspot.co.uk

I'd also take a look at ewa michalak as if you still feel like a little padding is necessary most of her bras have removable pads.

Oh HoneyToast I feel your pain. I have a pacemaker which some bright fuckwit surgeon decided would be best placed behind breast tissue. All this means is I have one very uncomfortable and larger sized breast and no bra EVER fits properly.

Am watching and hoping someone has solutions. I would seriously pay good money if someone would custom make me a bra that fit properly.

Clearly not an option at present but when you're not pg would seeing your GP be an option? I don't know what the situation is at the moment with referring for this sort of surgery but the NHS used to do breast reductions because of pain and discomfort. This is no different. I think most people are slightly different sized tbh - I know I am but nothing like three cup sizes. If nothing else you might be able to get a surgeon's opinion on the NHS and then save up for private surgery. You just need a good surgeon - not TRANSFORM clinics. They're not good.

Thanks Statistically, I've never heard of the campaign so I'll definitely have a read!

Farely Me too. I know I'd be so much happier if I had a bra that I could just put on that would be comfortable and look good under clothes. I don't care what it costs!

A friend of mine had an NHS op for this.

In the short-term (while pregnant or BFing) have a look at 'breast surgery bras' - google it; there are sites offering bras for differing breast sizes.

In the long run, speak to your GP and get referred for a plastic surgery assessment. Rules vary regionally, but in most places more than 2 cup sizes difference will allow for breast surgery on the NHS.

Northern That would be my ideal solution. A couple of years ago I went to my GP about it and when she saw the difference she was quite shocked. She referred me to the hospital to start the process to see if I'd be eligible for corrective surgery. The first stage is speaking to a therapist, you have to explain to them how the issue affects your mental health. When I went to the appointment before she spoke to me she weighed me and told me that because my BMI was in the 'overweight' category I wouldn't be accepted for surgery.

It wasn't by much, about 9lbs or something I think. So after I've given birth I'm going to try really hard to get into the normal weight category so I can explore that avenue.

The less I weigh the more noticeable the difference is though, so it's a bit of a catch 22.

Pacific I've just googled! M&S do a range of post surgery bras. Does that mean that I could buy one in the size of my big breast and then the other side has a pocket that you stuff?

this one looks so comfortable!

Go on, try it on .

I am no expert on the subject, I just know that there are lots of women in your situation - whether nature didn't get it symmetrical in the first place, or whether they had surgery (lots of breast cancer is now treated with lumpectomies which leaves women a bit lop-sided).

I hope you find something nice and comfortable.
And good luck with the rest of your pregnancy .