I am 18 years old and my breasts haven't changed in about 4 years, I had thought their shape was due to development but I now realise it is more likely that I have tuberous breasts and herniated areolas, although this has not been confirmed to me. I am generally a 32B, and I am not concerned about the size- it is the areolas that concern me the most. I would be grateful for any advice. Thank you
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The tubular breasts are the result of internal
scar tissue that contracts and distorts the breast and tissue around the base
of the breast, creating the tubular shape. The BRAVA device alone cannot soften
the constricted tissue and cannot correct a deformity. When the BRAVA device is
used in...
I am not even sure I agree your breasts qualify as tuberous but they are ptotic. Bigger never really helps much. A mastopexy will be worth the scars and discomfort if you are that unhappy with your appearance. Implants alone will make this just a larger version of what you see. I have no...
Based on your photos alone, it does not appear that you have a classic tuberous breast deformity. However, a physical exam during an in-person consultation is required to give you any meaningful advice/recommendations. Based on your photos, you may have some mild components of tuberosity (p...
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