Why Did my Breasts Shrink a Whole Cup Size?

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Between my late teens and now (24) my weight has fluctuated a little, but I am back to the same weight yet my breast size still remains a whole cup size smaller. Is it possible that the stress did it? And how do I get back up to that bigger bra size I use to be?

Richard J. Bruneteau, MD · Answer

How the breasts respond to fluctuations in weight is unpredictable. Persistent breast hypoplasia after regaining weight that was previously lost usually always requires surgical correction. Unfortunately, this type of weight fluctuation often leads to stretch marks and breast sag as well. For this reason, breast augmentation and breast lift surgery are probably both indicated to correct this problem in most cases.

Thomas Trevisani, MD · Answer

Without difinitive hormonal diagnosis there could be many reasons for breast atrophy. Increasing volume and size could be accomplished with breast augmentation. You may want to consider consulting a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options.

Lawrence Iteld, MD · Answer

It is very common for a woman's breast size to change throughout her lift. Many factors can influence this including: weight gain or loss, pregnancy, breast feeding, menopause (not likely in your case), and increasing age.

	Breast augmentation is the best way to restore volume loss and restore a fuller breast appearance. Please discuss your options with a board-certified plastic surgeon. Best of luck!!

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Breasts usually atrophy over time, but weight gain and loss cycling may hasten atrophy.  In the absence of pregnancy or breast feeding, these would be two factors.  Getting back up to the old size cannot be reliably accomplished without breast augmentation or weight gain.

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

at your age are like related to weight or hormone fluctuations.  If you are desiring a fuller breast, you should see a local plastic surgeon (preferably board certified if you have no idea who you are seeing) about what options you have.  Good luck!

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