I Have Gigantomastia

The past few weeks have been really rough on me, both physically and emotionally. And I have no one to rely on for support. I would confide in my mom except she is partially responsible for how I feel. I used to have a confidant who always helped me through these times. Because he wasn’t family and his deceased wife had suffered gigantomastia, I could confide in him on numerous issues I can’t with others. I always felt like a burden to him. He would always give me courage and perspective when I wanted to do nothing but feel sorry for myself. I corresponded with him through an online support group community that has become defunct. I gave him my email address but I haven’t heard from him since. I feel like he left me because I became too much for him to take. I wish he would get in touch with me…

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needsmilk808 · 56-60, M

Having grown up in a family where I was the only son with 4 sisters, 4 aunts, my mom and grandma all suffering from the same affliction. Neither ever suffered emotionally from it but I guess those were different times. It is however important to have a good support group, people who care and that will listen. People can be cruel sometimes but i'd like to think it isn't intentional but rather it's through a lack of understanding. Remember the guy or gal that would make cruel remarks or objectify you would do so to others not afflicted with your disorder, it's just their nature.

The you that's inside is so much more important than the you that's on the outside. I know that it's easy for me to say, but understand that some of us both male and female have suffered with a low self esteem at a younger age and came through it and I'm confident you will as well. I'm sure that you're a beautiful person inside and out but it will take time for you to realize it.
Like I tell my daughter who suffers from the same disorder, be strong.
Here's a great big hug. 🤗