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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Micromastia | |||
| image = [[File:LeFrou_Frou1900Page128.gif|250px]] | |||
| caption = Illustration depicting micromastia | |||
| synonyms = Breast hypoplasia, mammary hypoplasia | |||
| field = [[Plastic surgery]], [[Endocrinology]] | |||
| symptoms = Underdeveloped breasts | |||
| complications = Psychological distress, body image issues | |||
| onset = [[Puberty]] | |||
| duration = Long-term | |||
| causes = [[Genetic factors]], [[hormonal imbalance]], [[Turner syndrome]], [[Poland syndrome]] | |||
| risks = Family history, [[hormonal disorders]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[medical history]], [[hormone level tests]] | |||
| differential = [[Breast aplasia]], [[breast asymmetry]] | |||
| treatment = [[Breast augmentation]], [[hormone therapy]] | |||
| medication = [[Estrogen therapy]] | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Micromastia''' is a medical term that refers to the underdevelopment of the [[breast]] tissue. It is not a disease or a health risk, but it can cause psychological distress in some women. Micromastia can be a result of genetic factors, hormonal imbalances, or certain medical conditions. | '''Micromastia''' is a medical term that refers to the underdevelopment of the [[breast]] tissue. It is not a disease or a health risk, but it can cause psychological distress in some women. Micromastia can be a result of genetic factors, hormonal imbalances, or certain medical conditions. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Micromastia can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | Micromastia can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | ||
* '''[[Genetics]]''': Some women may inherit the trait from their parents. | * '''[[Genetics]]''': Some women may inherit the trait from their parents. | ||
* '''[[Hormonal imbalances]]''': Hormones play a crucial role in the development of breast tissue. Imbalances in hormones such as [[estrogen]] and [[progesterone]] can lead to underdeveloped breasts. | * '''[[Hormonal imbalances]]''': Hormones play a crucial role in the development of breast tissue. Imbalances in hormones such as [[estrogen]] and [[progesterone]] can lead to underdeveloped breasts. | ||
* '''[[Medical conditions]]''': Certain medical conditions, such as [[Turner syndrome]] or [[polycystic ovary syndrome]] (PCOS), can result in micromastia. | * '''[[Medical conditions]]''': Certain medical conditions, such as [[Turner syndrome]] or [[polycystic ovary syndrome]] (PCOS), can result in micromastia. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The primary symptom of micromastia is smaller than average breasts. However, the condition does not cause any physical discomfort or health risks. | The primary symptom of micromastia is smaller than average breasts. However, the condition does not cause any physical discomfort or health risks. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for micromastia is not necessary unless the individual is experiencing psychological distress. In such cases, options may include: | Treatment for micromastia is not necessary unless the individual is experiencing psychological distress. In such cases, options may include: | ||
* '''[[Counseling]]''': This can help individuals cope with their feelings about their body image. | * '''[[Counseling]]''': This can help individuals cope with their feelings about their body image. | ||
* '''[[Breast augmentation]]''': This surgical procedure can increase the size of the breasts. | * '''[[Breast augmentation]]''': This surgical procedure can increase the size of the breasts. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Breast]] | * [[Breast]] | ||
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* [[Turner syndrome]] | * [[Turner syndrome]] | ||
* [[Polycystic ovary syndrome]] | * [[Polycystic ovary syndrome]] | ||
[[Category:Medical terms]] | [[Category:Medical terms]] | ||
[[Category:Breast]] | [[Category:Breast]] | ||
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[[Category:Turner syndrome]] | [[Category:Turner syndrome]] | ||
[[Category:Polycystic ovary syndrome]] | [[Category:Polycystic ovary syndrome]] | ||
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| Micromastia | |
|---|---|
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| Synonyms | Breast hypoplasia, mammary hypoplasia |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Underdeveloped breasts |
| Complications | Psychological distress, body image issues |
| Onset | Puberty |
| Duration | Long-term |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Genetic factors, hormonal imbalance, Turner syndrome, Poland syndrome |
| Risks | Family history, hormonal disorders |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, medical history, hormone level tests |
| Differential diagnosis | Breast aplasia, breast asymmetry |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Breast augmentation, hormone therapy |
| Medication | Estrogen therapy |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Micromastia is a medical term that refers to the underdevelopment of the breast tissue. It is not a disease or a health risk, but it can cause psychological distress in some women. Micromastia can be a result of genetic factors, hormonal imbalances, or certain medical conditions.
Causes[edit]
Micromastia can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Genetics: Some women may inherit the trait from their parents.
- Hormonal imbalances: Hormones play a crucial role in the development of breast tissue. Imbalances in hormones such as estrogen and progesterone can lead to underdeveloped breasts.
- Medical conditions: Certain medical conditions, such as Turner syndrome or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), can result in micromastia.
Symptoms[edit]
The primary symptom of micromastia is smaller than average breasts. However, the condition does not cause any physical discomfort or health risks.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for micromastia is not necessary unless the individual is experiencing psychological distress. In such cases, options may include:
- Counseling: This can help individuals cope with their feelings about their body image.
- Breast augmentation: This surgical procedure can increase the size of the breasts.
