Breast deformities are often misunderstood, and teenagers hesitate to discuss them with their parents. Consulting with an expert in breast deformities, who can diagnose the condition, reassure young women, and discuss various correction options, is crucial. Early intervention is essential to prevent these teenagers from developing body image issues.
The most well-known breast deformities include:
Tuberous breasts
Tuberous breasts are a common deformity where the chest has a narrow and tubular shape, often associated with small volume. The breast appears malformed, with a high inframammary fold and enlarged, prominent areolas. Breast asymmetry is also frequently observed.
Poland syndrome
Poland syndrome, though rare, presents with breast asymmetry due to partial or complete absence of the pectoralis major muscle. It can also involve deformities of the ribs, other thoracic muscles, and in rare cases, the hand on the affected side.
Breast hypoplasia
Breast hypoplasia (breast hypotrophy) refers to insufficient development of the breasts relative to a woman’s overall morphology. It is not just a matter of small breast size, as hypoplasia also involves a lack of glandular tissue that can make breastfeeding difficult or even impossible. Breasts may appear tubular or asymmetrical and may lack the typical shape and volume.