I keep reading that tuberous breasts are caused by hormonal issues, like PCOS, which can result in poor development of the breast due to lack of progesterone. It was even reported that one woman with TBD who had insufficient glandular tissue took natural progesterone during pregnancy and her breasts grew. However, the plastic surgeons I've talked to say it's a structural defect hat occurs in the womb and there's no way to fix it without surgery.
October 29, 2019
Answer: Tuberous breasts Thank you for your question. Tuberous breasts are a structural issue deformity. This can be corrected with different sized implants. I would advise you to schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon for a detailed examination to discuss all possible treatment options and what your expectations are.
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October 29, 2019
Answer: Tuberous breasts Thank you for your question. Tuberous breasts are a structural issue deformity. This can be corrected with different sized implants. I would advise you to schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon for a detailed examination to discuss all possible treatment options and what your expectations are.
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October 29, 2019
Answer: Tuberous breasts: structural or hormonal? Generally speaking, Tuberous/constricted breasts are a structural (developmental) breast condition. Of course, breasts (whether tuberous/constricted or not) can be effected by their hormonal environment. Generally, some of the characteristics seen with tuberous breasts include a very narrow base, short distance from areola to inframammary fold, tight (constricted) lower pole of the breasts, relatively wide space between the breasts, "puffy" areola and some degree of ptosis (drooping). Generally, correction of tuberous breast anomalies involves breast augmentation with areola reduction / mastopexy procedure. The distance from the inframammary fold is increased (to create a more rounded out appearance). Proper implant positioning improves the distance (cleavage) between the breasts. The areola reduction helps to treat the pointed and "puffy" appearance of the areola. My best advice: select your plastic surgeon carefully. Make sure that he/she has significant experience achieving the types of outcomes you will be pleased with. Then, communicate your goals carefully, as well. Best to use visual aids such as goal photographs, not a discussion of cup sizes, during the communication process. Working together you will come up with a good plan to achieve your goals. Best wishes.
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October 29, 2019
Answer: Tuberous breasts: structural or hormonal? Generally speaking, Tuberous/constricted breasts are a structural (developmental) breast condition. Of course, breasts (whether tuberous/constricted or not) can be effected by their hormonal environment. Generally, some of the characteristics seen with tuberous breasts include a very narrow base, short distance from areola to inframammary fold, tight (constricted) lower pole of the breasts, relatively wide space between the breasts, "puffy" areola and some degree of ptosis (drooping). Generally, correction of tuberous breast anomalies involves breast augmentation with areola reduction / mastopexy procedure. The distance from the inframammary fold is increased (to create a more rounded out appearance). Proper implant positioning improves the distance (cleavage) between the breasts. The areola reduction helps to treat the pointed and "puffy" appearance of the areola. My best advice: select your plastic surgeon carefully. Make sure that he/she has significant experience achieving the types of outcomes you will be pleased with. Then, communicate your goals carefully, as well. Best to use visual aids such as goal photographs, not a discussion of cup sizes, during the communication process. Working together you will come up with a good plan to achieve your goals. Best wishes.
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