Are my Breasts Considered "Tuberous"?

I would not call them tuberous due to the relatively normal shape of the areolae but I would call them constricted, left more than right.

I agree with the previous experts in that your breasts are probably not tuberous (by definition) but are definitely droopy. As such, I would recommend the following:


submuscular augmentation (to increase your overall breast volume and enhance upper pole fullness)

breast lift (to reduce areaolar diameter, lift position of the nipple, and create a more optimal shape)


These two procedures would provide the best chance for a more optimal breast appearance.

I hope that helps.

Congenital breast abnormalities come in varying forms and it appears that you do not have a "classic" tuberous breast which would involve lower breast internal bands and herniated or "puffy" nipples. You probably have some lower breast bands that actually can cause the breast to "droop" over time as it develops. To corect your problem a breast lift or mastopexy would reposition your nipple and reshape your breasts, and if you want a fuller look an implant could be added.
I hope this helps and good luck> Dr. Trussler

Your pictures suggest breast ptosis instead of a tuberous breast. Regardless, I think that a mastopexy (breast lift) would be you best option. Good luck!

Tuberous Breast Deformity, also known as Constricted Breast Deformity, occurs when the lower pole of a breast does not fully develop. There is great variablity in how it presents, but in general the lower pole of the breast is short and underdeveloped with a lower breast fold that is higher than normal. As a result, as the breast develops it herniates through a fibrous band internally which leads to a small, sometimes pendulous breast with an abnormally large areola. From what you describe, you may very well have some form of this deformity.