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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Ptosis (breasts) | |||
| image = [[File:Ptosis.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Illustration of breast ptosis | |||
| synonyms = Breast sagging, breast droop | |||
| field = [[Plastic surgery]], [[Mammalogy]] | |||
| symptoms = Sagging of the breasts | |||
| complications = [[Back pain]], [[Skin irritation]] | |||
| onset = Gradual | |||
| duration = Long-term | |||
| causes = [[Aging]], [[Pregnancy]], [[Breastfeeding]], [[Weight loss]], [[Genetics]] | |||
| risks = [[Smoking]], [[Obesity]], [[Large breast size]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]] | |||
| differential = [[Breast cancer]], [[Mastitis]] | |||
| prevention = [[Supportive bras]], [[Healthy lifestyle]] | |||
| treatment = [[Mastopexy]], [[Breast lift surgery]] | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
}} | |||
'''Ptosis (breasts)''' is a term used to describe the sagging or drooping of the [[breast]]s. This condition can occur as a result of aging, pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight loss, and gravity. The severity of breast ptosis is determined by the position of the nipple relative to the inframammary fold, the point at which the underside of the breasts attach to the chest wall. | '''Ptosis (breasts)''' is a term used to describe the sagging or drooping of the [[breast]]s. This condition can occur as a result of aging, pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight loss, and gravity. The severity of breast ptosis is determined by the position of the nipple relative to the inframammary fold, the point at which the underside of the breasts attach to the chest wall. | ||
[[File:Diseases of infancy and childhood (1914) (14791818933).jpg|left|thumb|Diseases of infancy and childhood (1914)]] | |||
[[File:Diseases of infancy and childhood (1914) (14791818933).jpg|thumb|Diseases of infancy and childhood (1914)]] | |||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Breast ptosis is primarily caused by the aging process, during which the [[Cooper's ligaments]] (the connective tissue that suspends the breast) stretch and lose elasticity. Other factors that contribute to breast ptosis include pregnancy, breastfeeding, rapid weight loss, gravity, and certain genetic factors. | Breast ptosis is primarily caused by the aging process, during which the [[Cooper's ligaments]] (the connective tissue that suspends the breast) stretch and lose elasticity. Other factors that contribute to breast ptosis include pregnancy, breastfeeding, rapid weight loss, gravity, and certain genetic factors. | ||
==Classification== | ==Classification== | ||
There are several methods for classifying the degree of ptosis, including the Regnault ptosis scale and the four-tier ptosis scale. The [[Regnault ptosis scale]] classifies ptosis into three grades: Grade I (mild), Grade II (moderate), and Grade III (severe). The four-tier ptosis scale includes pseudoptosis, grade I, grade II, and grade III. | There are several methods for classifying the degree of ptosis, including the Regnault ptosis scale and the four-tier ptosis scale. The [[Regnault ptosis scale]] classifies ptosis into three grades: Grade I (mild), Grade II (moderate), and Grade III (severe). The four-tier ptosis scale includes pseudoptosis, grade I, grade II, and grade III. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for breast ptosis depends on the severity of the condition and the patient's personal preferences. Non-surgical treatments include the use of supportive bras or bra inserts. Surgical treatments include [[mastopexy]] (breast lift), [[breast augmentation]], or a combination of both. | Treatment for breast ptosis depends on the severity of the condition and the patient's personal preferences. Non-surgical treatments include the use of supportive bras or bra inserts. Surgical treatments include [[mastopexy]] (breast lift), [[breast augmentation]], or a combination of both. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Mammaplasty]] | * [[Mammaplasty]] | ||
* [[Breast reduction]] | * [[Breast reduction]] | ||
* [[Breast implant]] | * [[Breast implant]] | ||
[[Category:Breast surgery]] | [[Category:Breast surgery]] | ||
[[Category:Plastic surgery]] | [[Category:Plastic surgery]] | ||
[[Category:Breast diseases]] | [[Category:Breast diseases]] | ||
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| Ptosis (breasts) | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | Breast sagging, breast droop |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Sagging of the breasts |
| Complications | Back pain, Skin irritation |
| Onset | Gradual |
| Duration | Long-term |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Aging, Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, Weight loss, Genetics |
| Risks | Smoking, Obesity, Large breast size |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination |
| Differential diagnosis | Breast cancer, Mastitis |
| Prevention | Supportive bras, Healthy lifestyle |
| Treatment | Mastopexy, Breast lift surgery |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Generally good with treatment |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Ptosis (breasts) is a term used to describe the sagging or drooping of the breasts. This condition can occur as a result of aging, pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight loss, and gravity. The severity of breast ptosis is determined by the position of the nipple relative to the inframammary fold, the point at which the underside of the breasts attach to the chest wall.
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Causes[edit]
Breast ptosis is primarily caused by the aging process, during which the Cooper's ligaments (the connective tissue that suspends the breast) stretch and lose elasticity. Other factors that contribute to breast ptosis include pregnancy, breastfeeding, rapid weight loss, gravity, and certain genetic factors.
Classification[edit]
There are several methods for classifying the degree of ptosis, including the Regnault ptosis scale and the four-tier ptosis scale. The Regnault ptosis scale classifies ptosis into three grades: Grade I (mild), Grade II (moderate), and Grade III (severe). The four-tier ptosis scale includes pseudoptosis, grade I, grade II, and grade III.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for breast ptosis depends on the severity of the condition and the patient's personal preferences. Non-surgical treatments include the use of supportive bras or bra inserts. Surgical treatments include mastopexy (breast lift), breast augmentation, or a combination of both.
