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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Anisomastia | |||
| synonyms = Breast asymmetry | |||
| field = [[Plastic surgery]], [[Mammalogy]] | |||
| symptoms = Unequal breast size | |||
| complications = [[Psychological distress]], [[Body image]] issues | |||
| onset = [[Puberty]] | |||
| duration = Long-term | |||
| causes = [[Genetics]], [[Hormonal imbalance]], [[Developmental asymmetry]] | |||
| risks = [[Adolescence]], [[Family history]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[Mammography]], [[Ultrasound]] | |||
| differential = [[Breast cancer]], [[Fibroadenoma]], [[Breast hypertrophy]] | |||
| treatment = [[Breast augmentation]], [[Breast reduction]], [[Mastopexy]] | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
}} | |||
'''Anisomastia''' is a medical condition characterized by a significant difference in the size or shape of a woman's breasts. It is a common condition, affecting up to half of all women to some degree. The difference can be noticeable or subtle, and it can cause psychological distress and physical discomfort in some women. | '''Anisomastia''' is a medical condition characterized by a significant difference in the size or shape of a woman's breasts. It is a common condition, affecting up to half of all women to some degree. The difference can be noticeable or subtle, and it can cause psychological distress and physical discomfort in some women. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
The exact cause of [[anisomastia]] is unknown, but it is believed to be related to hormonal changes during puberty. Other factors that may contribute to the condition include trauma, surgery, and certain medical conditions such as [[Poland syndrome]] and [[Turner syndrome]]. | The exact cause of [[anisomastia]] is unknown, but it is believed to be related to hormonal changes during puberty. Other factors that may contribute to the condition include trauma, surgery, and certain medical conditions such as [[Poland syndrome]] and [[Turner syndrome]]. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Anisomastia is typically diagnosed through a physical examination. The doctor may also order imaging tests such as a [[mammogram]] or [[ultrasound]] to rule out other conditions that can cause breast asymmetry, such as a [[breast cyst]] or [[breast cancer]]. | Anisomastia is typically diagnosed through a physical examination. The doctor may also order imaging tests such as a [[mammogram]] or [[ultrasound]] to rule out other conditions that can cause breast asymmetry, such as a [[breast cyst]] or [[breast cancer]]. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for anisomastia depends on the severity of the condition and the patient's personal preferences. Options may include [[breast augmentation]], [[breast reduction]], or [[breast lift]] surgery. Some women may choose to wear a special bra or breast prosthesis to balance the size of their breasts. | Treatment for anisomastia depends on the severity of the condition and the patient's personal preferences. Options may include [[breast augmentation]], [[breast reduction]], or [[breast lift]] surgery. Some women may choose to wear a special bra or breast prosthesis to balance the size of their breasts. | ||
==Psychological Impact== | ==Psychological Impact== | ||
The psychological impact of anisomastia should not be underestimated. Many women with this condition experience low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. It is important for these women to seek psychological support in addition to medical treatment. | The psychological impact of anisomastia should not be underestimated. Many women with this condition experience low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. It is important for these women to seek psychological support in addition to medical treatment. | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Breast]] | * [[Breast]] | ||
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* [[Breast cyst]] | * [[Breast cyst]] | ||
* [[Breast cancer]] | * [[Breast cancer]] | ||
[[Category:Breast surgery]] | [[Category:Breast surgery]] | ||
[[Category:Plastic surgery]] | [[Category:Plastic surgery]] | ||
[[Category:Women's health]] | [[Category:Women's health]] | ||
[[Category:Endocrine disorders]] | [[Category:Endocrine disorders]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 22:09, 3 April 2025
| Anisomastia | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Breast asymmetry |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Unequal breast size |
| Complications | Psychological distress, Body image issues |
| Onset | Puberty |
| Duration | Long-term |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Genetics, Hormonal imbalance, Developmental asymmetry |
| Risks | Adolescence, Family history |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, Mammography, Ultrasound |
| Differential diagnosis | Breast cancer, Fibroadenoma, Breast hypertrophy |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Breast augmentation, Breast reduction, Mastopexy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Generally good with treatment |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Anisomastia is a medical condition characterized by a significant difference in the size or shape of a woman's breasts. It is a common condition, affecting up to half of all women to some degree. The difference can be noticeable or subtle, and it can cause psychological distress and physical discomfort in some women.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of anisomastia is unknown, but it is believed to be related to hormonal changes during puberty. Other factors that may contribute to the condition include trauma, surgery, and certain medical conditions such as Poland syndrome and Turner syndrome.
Diagnosis[edit]
Anisomastia is typically diagnosed through a physical examination. The doctor may also order imaging tests such as a mammogram or ultrasound to rule out other conditions that can cause breast asymmetry, such as a breast cyst or breast cancer.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for anisomastia depends on the severity of the condition and the patient's personal preferences. Options may include breast augmentation, breast reduction, or breast lift surgery. Some women may choose to wear a special bra or breast prosthesis to balance the size of their breasts.
Psychological Impact[edit]
The psychological impact of anisomastia should not be underestimated. Many women with this condition experience low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. It is important for these women to seek psychological support in addition to medical treatment.
