Are my areolas normal? (Photo)

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I’m 19 and they seem big.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Breasts come in all shapes and sizes and that goes for the areola too! You are in the normal range. They can change in size and color over time, including during puberty, pregnancy, and breastfeeding.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Mollymay2,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Fernando Ovalle Jr., MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question! It is difficult to assess fully on the photo provided; however a rough "average" areolar diameter for females is around 4cm. That means half of people will have smaller and half of people will have larger areolas. So the real answer is "normal" can be a wide range (with different factors "causing" this) and it's also a personal preference. If you dislike the size of your areolas, I recommend an in-person consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to explore your options for areolar reduction.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Areolae come in all sizes and yours are on the larger side. However, you are in the normal range, so do not worry.

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