Do areolas shrink when you lose weight?

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I'm 18 years old, about 6 feet and 280 pounds, I'm extremely overweight and I have extremely big "man boobs" with very large areolas. I have started dieting and exercising. I was wondering if the areolas shrink when you lose weight and lose the man boobs. If not, are there any other ways to shrink them not including surgery. Thanks!

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.It is likely that as you continue on your path toward a healthier life through #weightloss and #exercise that your #areolas may shrink in appearance.  If you are not satisfied and begin to consider surgery, #weight needs to be considered when deciding to operate on a patient.
Studies have shown that patients with BMI > 30kg/m sq (placing them in the
obese category) have a higher complication rate. It is important for patients
to be as close to their normal body weight prior to surgery. Not only will this
decrease their risks of #complications, but will also enhance their #aesthetic #results. Normal body weight is different from one patient to another.Best of luck.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Yes, I would expect the areola skin to decrease in size as your overall chest wall skin "envelope" decreases in size with weight loss.  I would suggest that you continue on your healthy lifestyle approach; hopefully, you will be pleased with the appearance of your chest wall and areola size once you have reached your long-term stable weight. Best wishes.

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