I'm going to be 17 in 3 months and I'm really worried my breast aren't just small, but underdeveloped, or maybe they are developed but just weirdly shaped. I don't know. I want to go to the doctor to find out, but I can't seem to ask my parents and nobody takes me seriously when I say that I think there's something wrong. I've had my period for 2 years and full pubic hair for about the same amount of time. Here are front and side photos of them.
June 6, 2014
Answer: Extremely underdeveloped breasts. Is it normal? Hi ad thanks for your question. Don't be so hard on yourself You have developed with small breasts. There is nothing wrong n your development. There are young women considered "late bloomers" but I really don't feel this will be the case with you. You have small breasts that are widely spaced. This is just a variant of normal breasts.I know that it must be hard and frustrating for you. I deal with these issues everyday as a cosmetic breast surgeon. I also happen to be the father of three young women. Because you are not of age, you need to sit your parents down and discuss your dilemma. There is still time for you to develop. In the future you might consider the possibility of breast implants. If eventually you decide to get a breast augmentation, do your homework.Search for a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery with years of experience. Look at many, many before and after photos. Make sure that the photos that you are shown belong to patients of the surgeon that you are considering, not his/her partner or the clinic. Given the opportunity to view countless before and after photos will give you a very good idea to the consistency of the work. Are you being shown a few good results? The situation is analogous to the baseball player who hits a home run once in a while as opposed to the player who has a high batting average because he is consistent every time he steps up to bat.You need to be able to speak with the surgeon's previous patients. There is nothing like a one to one sharing of info. RealSelf has done a wonderful job in allowing dialogue among patients.Next, is the surgeon an individual who can earn your trust? Trust is key. You want to be guided along your journey by someone whom you trust. Trust is earned by being candid and truthful. It should not be easily given to the title of MD.How many years has he/she been performing cosmetic breast surgery? Do you want an experienced surgeon or one that has had limited experience? How about the center, clinic or facility? Are they accredited by a national organization or do they just have State approval. Understand that at the current time, there are three nationally recognized organizations responsible for the highest levels of patient safety, AAAASF, AAACH and JCHO. You owe it to yourself to position yourself for the best possible results but under the most stringent safety regulations, If you have kids, even more so.How about anesthesia? Will you have a medical doctor certified by the American Board of Anesthsiology or a certified nurse anesthetist (CRNA)? Understand that there is no substitute for research. Cosmetic surgery, no matter how simple it may be to the patients, are invasive procedures and as such carry certain risks and complications. Research, research and then research some more. Good luck
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June 6, 2014
Answer: Extremely underdeveloped breasts. Is it normal? Hi ad thanks for your question. Don't be so hard on yourself You have developed with small breasts. There is nothing wrong n your development. There are young women considered "late bloomers" but I really don't feel this will be the case with you. You have small breasts that are widely spaced. This is just a variant of normal breasts.I know that it must be hard and frustrating for you. I deal with these issues everyday as a cosmetic breast surgeon. I also happen to be the father of three young women. Because you are not of age, you need to sit your parents down and discuss your dilemma. There is still time for you to develop. In the future you might consider the possibility of breast implants. If eventually you decide to get a breast augmentation, do your homework.Search for a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery with years of experience. Look at many, many before and after photos. Make sure that the photos that you are shown belong to patients of the surgeon that you are considering, not his/her partner or the clinic. Given the opportunity to view countless before and after photos will give you a very good idea to the consistency of the work. Are you being shown a few good results? The situation is analogous to the baseball player who hits a home run once in a while as opposed to the player who has a high batting average because he is consistent every time he steps up to bat.You need to be able to speak with the surgeon's previous patients. There is nothing like a one to one sharing of info. RealSelf has done a wonderful job in allowing dialogue among patients.Next, is the surgeon an individual who can earn your trust? Trust is key. You want to be guided along your journey by someone whom you trust. Trust is earned by being candid and truthful. It should not be easily given to the title of MD.How many years has he/she been performing cosmetic breast surgery? Do you want an experienced surgeon or one that has had limited experience? How about the center, clinic or facility? Are they accredited by a national organization or do they just have State approval. Understand that at the current time, there are three nationally recognized organizations responsible for the highest levels of patient safety, AAAASF, AAACH and JCHO. You owe it to yourself to position yourself for the best possible results but under the most stringent safety regulations, If you have kids, even more so.How about anesthesia? Will you have a medical doctor certified by the American Board of Anesthsiology or a certified nurse anesthetist (CRNA)? Understand that there is no substitute for research. Cosmetic surgery, no matter how simple it may be to the patients, are invasive procedures and as such carry certain risks and complications. Research, research and then research some more. Good luck
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June 6, 2014
Answer: What Can I Do? Dear Njm918, Not all women develop breast tissue at the same time and indeed you may be a "late bloomer". Please be patient at this time, you may develop more tissue over the next year or so. If not, then you could be a candidate for breast augmentation. I would suggest that you try to talk about this with your parents and/or with your family doctor/pediatrician the next time you meet with them. If your parents are agreeable (because you are under 18), you could seek a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon with your parents. Otherwise, after you turn 18, you could get the consultation on your own. Either way, I think it is a good idea to keep your parents in the loop. Good luck. #Dr.Gervais.
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June 6, 2014
Answer: What Can I Do? Dear Njm918, Not all women develop breast tissue at the same time and indeed you may be a "late bloomer". Please be patient at this time, you may develop more tissue over the next year or so. If not, then you could be a candidate for breast augmentation. I would suggest that you try to talk about this with your parents and/or with your family doctor/pediatrician the next time you meet with them. If your parents are agreeable (because you are under 18), you could seek a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon with your parents. Otherwise, after you turn 18, you could get the consultation on your own. Either way, I think it is a good idea to keep your parents in the loop. Good luck. #Dr.Gervais.
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