Houston woman 'relieved' to get 10-plus-pound breast reduction Her plastic surgeon says the procedure isn’t cosmetic in Renee Lawrence’s case, it’s medically necessary. Author: Stephanie Whitfield Updated: 9:13 PM CDT June 22, 2021 HOUSTON — A Houston woman is set to get a life-changing surgery this week. Renee Lawrence wears a size 36 O bra. She’s getting a breast reduction to remove several pounds of breast tissue. “It’s always really heavy. Sometimes there are complications breathing. It’s uncomfortable when you’re sleeping,” Lawrence said. The Houston woman says her chest has always turned heads. For years, she’s dreamed of getting some relief from the back and neck pain.