I'm 16 years old with tubular breasts. Will they ever develop normally?

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No one else in my family has tubular breast besides me. My period has also been irregular for the past 4 years (I first got my period at 11) so I was wondering, could it be due to hormonal imbalance? My breast seem to be mildly tuberous but my breasts appear slightly saggy, I have a wide gap between them, large puffy areolas, the fold of my breast appear to be high and i'm a b cup. I really don't know what to do and my breasts make me extremely uncomfortable...

Burton M. Sundin, MD · Answer

It sounds like you do have a tubular breast deformity. Your breasts will likely continue to mature but may not really change with regard to shape. You might consider surgery when you are 18.

Rita Sadowski, MD · Answer

Thank you, Claire, for your important question.Tubular breast disease is a process by which the breast is constricted in its growth.  The amount of constriction of the tissues can vary from minor to severe.  Unfortunately, this problem will not go away on its own.There are surgical procedures to help correct tubular breasts, which include some release of tissue which is constricting the breast, with or without placement of an implant. The choice of surgical treatment would be one that you would choose with the advice of your plastic surgeon.I sincerely hope that this helps you in making an informed decision.

Trevor M. Born, MD · Answer

Dear Claire009Thank you for your question!The shape of your breast may change for a few years to come.  In the general population- breast shape varies widely.  If you do not like the shape - then a consultation with a Cosmetic Surgeon - and your questions and concerns can be answered .  In regards to your menstrual cycle- you should discuss this with your primary doctor.With Warm RegardsTrevor M Born MD

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Constriction of the breast is an anatomic variant. Individuals do not grow out of this. If this is bothersome enough surgical intervention will be required to correct the problem.

Jacob Freiman, MD, FACS · Answer

Most women have puffy nipples during the years around puberty. This is not tuberous breast deformity. True tuberous breast deformity does not resolve on its own and will ultimately require surgery to have a normal appearance.

I'm 16 years old with tubular breasts. Will they ever develop normally?

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Answer: A constricted or tubular breast will persist for life unless surgically corrected.

Answer: A constricted or tubular breast will persist for life unless surgically corrected.

Answer: Tuberous breasts

Answer: Tuberous breasts

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I'm 16 years old with tubular breasts. Will they ever develop normally?

Answers (8)

Answer: A constricted or tubular breast will persist for life unless surgically corrected.

Answer: A constricted or tubular breast will persist for life unless surgically corrected.

Answer: Tuberous breasts

Answer: Tuberous breasts

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