I came across a artical about tubular breasts and i always knew my breasts seemed kinda off but I thought maybe just cause I'm still developing. (I'm just 21) so i was wondering if my breasts are a little tubular or not.
Answer: Tubular breast There are several features seen in tuberous breast deformity. Poorly defined inframammary fold, narrow breast width, areolar enlargement and constricted breast tissue. You may have some features similar to tuberous breast, ultimately an examination will helpful in answering your question definitively. Best wishes, Dr. Jan
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Answer: Tubular breast There are several features seen in tuberous breast deformity. Poorly defined inframammary fold, narrow breast width, areolar enlargement and constricted breast tissue. You may have some features similar to tuberous breast, ultimately an examination will helpful in answering your question definitively. Best wishes, Dr. Jan
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October 12, 2017
Answer: Tuberous breast...points on a continuum. Tuberous breast is not, technically speaking, a "yes" or "no" question. There can be different points on the continuum. The typical hallmarks include a high, tight fold with "puffy" or distended areola, minimal breast tissue and potentially herniation of the breast tissue through a tightened ring thus the "tuberous" label. It is a congenital deformity which usually manifests at puberty. To what degree it manifests will vary from one patient to the next. Treatment of tuberous breasts varies depending on the degree of the breast architectural distortion. Surgical correction typically involves: -areolar reduction -submuscular augmentation -release of constricted breast tissue All of these techniques work in concert to correct the tuberous deformation of the breast. Based upon your photos alone, you do exhibit some features of a tuberous breast. However, this is difficult to discern via photos alone. There is no substitute for an in-person exam. If tuberous, this could be addressed via augmentation and radial parenchymal scoring. As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).
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October 12, 2017
Answer: Tuberous breast...points on a continuum. Tuberous breast is not, technically speaking, a "yes" or "no" question. There can be different points on the continuum. The typical hallmarks include a high, tight fold with "puffy" or distended areola, minimal breast tissue and potentially herniation of the breast tissue through a tightened ring thus the "tuberous" label. It is a congenital deformity which usually manifests at puberty. To what degree it manifests will vary from one patient to the next. Treatment of tuberous breasts varies depending on the degree of the breast architectural distortion. Surgical correction typically involves: -areolar reduction -submuscular augmentation -release of constricted breast tissue All of these techniques work in concert to correct the tuberous deformation of the breast. Based upon your photos alone, you do exhibit some features of a tuberous breast. However, this is difficult to discern via photos alone. There is no substitute for an in-person exam. If tuberous, this could be addressed via augmentation and radial parenchymal scoring. As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).
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October 11, 2017
Answer: Tuberous breasts Dear countrywild2638,tuberous breasts are not simply small or underdeveloped breasts. The appearance of the breast can range from mild to severe, and typical traits include: enlarged, puffy areola, rather wide spacing between the breasts, very little breast tissue, sagging, higher than normal inferior breast fold, and narrow base at the chest wall. Its impossible to tell without a physical examination. I would discuss in consultation with a plastic surgeonDaniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery
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October 11, 2017
Answer: Tuberous breasts Dear countrywild2638,tuberous breasts are not simply small or underdeveloped breasts. The appearance of the breast can range from mild to severe, and typical traits include: enlarged, puffy areola, rather wide spacing between the breasts, very little breast tissue, sagging, higher than normal inferior breast fold, and narrow base at the chest wall. Its impossible to tell without a physical examination. I would discuss in consultation with a plastic surgeonDaniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery
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October 11, 2017
Answer: Breast evaluation Hello and thank you for your question. You appear to have mild tuberous breasts, in addtion to ptosis and asymmetry. You are a great candidate for a breast augmentation. The size, profile, and shape of the implant is based on your desired breast size/shape, your chest wall measurements, and soft tissue quality. This decision should be based on a detailed discussion with equal input from both you and your surgeon. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person. Best wishes and good luck. Richard G. Reish, M.D. Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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October 11, 2017
Answer: Breast evaluation Hello and thank you for your question. You appear to have mild tuberous breasts, in addtion to ptosis and asymmetry. You are a great candidate for a breast augmentation. The size, profile, and shape of the implant is based on your desired breast size/shape, your chest wall measurements, and soft tissue quality. This decision should be based on a detailed discussion with equal input from both you and your surgeon. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person. Best wishes and good luck. Richard G. Reish, M.D. Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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October 11, 2017
Answer: Tuberous breasts If you are unhappy with the shape of your breasts there are many options available to you these days to correct them. The diagnosis is less important than the fact that you are unhappy with how they look and it is important for you to know this can be improved. Based on your pictures there does appear to be some constriction of the lower part of the breast - this could be described as a mild case of tuberous breasts. Correction usually involves placing implants and making some adjustments to the breast tissue and often nipple position.
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October 11, 2017
Answer: Tuberous breasts If you are unhappy with the shape of your breasts there are many options available to you these days to correct them. The diagnosis is less important than the fact that you are unhappy with how they look and it is important for you to know this can be improved. Based on your pictures there does appear to be some constriction of the lower part of the breast - this could be described as a mild case of tuberous breasts. Correction usually involves placing implants and making some adjustments to the breast tissue and often nipple position.
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