Any suggestions for embarrassing Areola Size ??

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I am an 18 year old female. Never been pregnant, started puberty at age 9, and have a 38C breast size. My areolae are ridiculously huge. They take up most of my breasts. It's embarrassing and, in my opinion, unattractive. And in the age of sharing "[RS bleep]" on Facebook, I see everywhere that it is not normal. It makes me feel very insecure. Is it abnormal? Is it dangerous? Will it ever change without surgery?

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Breasts and areolas come in all shapes and sizes.  If you would like yours smaller however you can consider areola reduction surgery. Visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you for a consultation.  After an exam it can be determined if you are a good candidate and what you can expect from the procedure.

Keith Denkler, MD · Answer

You can be helped with areola reduction surgery.This can be performed under local anesthesia.Pregnancy can alter the new shape.

Angeline Lim, MD · Answer

Areolae come in all sizes, and most of them fall within the range of what is considered normal.  With the explosion of images available on the internet now, your personal proportion of areola to breast may seem different than what is out there - but may still be completely normal.If the size/proportion of your areolae is extremely bothersome to you (if it's affecting your self-confidence, if you feel uncomfortable naked, etc.), you may want to schedule a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon.  Your surgeon will be able to examine you in a completely professional manner - no judgement will be passed, no horror will be expressed, so there will be no need to feel embarrassed discussing your concerns and if surgery will be the right path for you.Hope this is helpful, and take care.Dr. Lim

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