Do I have tuberous breast deformity? (Photo)

You are absolutely correct - you have a classical and more severe tuberous breast deformity and this requires a more complex approach so you will need to see a surgeon in Perth who has experience in correct not this deformity

Hi Rosie, you definitely have tuberous breast deformity. Lumpiness has nothing to do with this diagnosis.

You would do best having a combined breast enlargement and lift, and there is Medicare provision for this, so make sure your surgeon uses this. It will reduce your expenses considerably, especially if you have health insurance. Regards, Dr Steve Merten, Sydney

Thank you for your question and images. In this circumstance your GP is incorrect and you do have tuberous breast deformity. You should seek a consultation with a Specialist Plastic Surgeon with an interest in breast surgery. Good luck!RegardsDr Guy Watts  

You are absolutely correct, you have tubular breast deformity. Please consult with a plastic surgeon in your area as they will be able to walk you through the surgery to get this corrected. Many times an implant along with a lift is used to improve the shape and symmetry of your breasts. Fat transfer can also be used along with an implant to improve the appearance of the cleavage and upper chest contours. 

You are correct you do have tuberous breast. They can be corrected with implants and a nipple reduction type lift. I would suggest discussing your options with a plastic surgeon near you.

I appreciate your question.

From your photos, you appear to have characteristics of tuberous/constricted breasts.



Constricted or tubular breasts tend to be too narrow with a breast crease that is too high. Tight ring-like bands of tissue around the areolae and nipples may create the appearance of protruding or puffy areolae. A higher than normal breast crease may make your nipples appear to be too low or down pointing. Constricted breast features can be very mild or severe. In fact, mild variations are relatively common. To summarize, the features can include:



         Inframammary fold (breast crease) too high         Inframammary fold misshapen         Breasts too narrow (disproportionately narrow base width)         Insufficient breast skin         Constricted or tubular shape, resulting from tight bands of tissue within breasts         Protruding or bulging appearance of areolae (pigmented area around nipples)Improvement is possible and generally includes a breast augmentation, sometimes combined with a lift (mastopexy). The lift is usually limited to an incision around the areolae. During the procedure, I release the tight, constricting bands from the inside, allowing the skin to expand properly. I also lower the inframammary fold to a more ideal position and improve its shape. Breast implants help create the right amount of volume and improve breast contours, resulting in a more rounded or tear drop shape.





The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.



Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.





Best of luck!Dr. SchwartzBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon



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Hello,Thank you for your question and photos. A tuberous breast can take on several different forms, in some cases even varying greatly between a single patient’s two breasts. Regardless of these variations, tubular breasts are classified by several features. These include the breast protruding into the areola, large, possibly deformed nipples and/or areola complex, an abnormally short distance between the areola and the breast fold or misshapen, under developed breasts with a constricted base. A dark ring around the areola may also exist. Your photos demonstrate these features and an asymmetry. Where many patients who undergo breast augmentation may wish to correct properly developed breasts that they find aesthetically unpleasant, treatment for tuberous breasts can be more complicated.The goal of tuberous breast augmentation is to create a more rounded, regular shape and decrease large areola and large nipples, if necessary. A breast lift, reduction of areolas, radial scoring to release constriction and placement of a silicone cohesive gel implant can all be appropriate for your plan. The best way to share your goals find out what your options are is to book a consultation with a board certified Plastic Surgeon who specializes in this area.All the best  

Based on the photos you submitted, you do have tuberous breasts. These can be improved with breast augmentation, areolar reduction and perhaps a breast lift. Obtain a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon who is experienced in dealing with tuberous breasts.

Those look rather tuberous to me. I think you should get a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to talk about your options. You can get a nice result in cases like yours. There is a good chance that you would require further procedures in coming (many) years.

You absolutely have tuberous breasts.  Your GP is simply unfamiliar with the condition, which is not uncommon.  This is a diagnosis specific to plastic surgeons.  I'd recommend you going to see a PS first, who can then send you to see a GP with whom they work closely with who can help you.