Many women suffer from breast asymmetry and other aesthetic issues. Asymmetry refers to a condition whereby the breasts are uneven, or unequal (in terms of shape or size). Such women seclude themselves from crowds and people in fear of being dishonored or criticized. They shun putting on bikinis, swimsuits, mini tops, and tight dresses. Uneven breasts can be fixed through breast augmentation procedures. As a major surgery, it requires the skills and expertise of a qualified surgeon to perform. This article has put together some of the burning questions most women have regarding uneven breasts.
Causes of Uneven Breasts
Breasts can become uneven because of several factors. To some extent, this is a normal condition that occurs to any woman out there. Some of these factors are unpreventable, which means that they naturally occur with the end results making the breasts seem uneven. Breast asymmetry could be minor, which is unnoticeable, or major, which is noticeable. Below are some of the causes of uneven breasts.
1. Hormonal Fluctuations
Hormones are chemicals that are produced by body glands and are transported in tissue fluids such as blood throughout the body to stimulate specific cells or tissues into action. When they fluctuate, it means that they have either become excess or less in the bloodstream. Since they are chemical messengers, their imbalance could have drastic effects on the body to include hair loss, blood sugar variations, infertility, and uneven breasts.
2. Uneven Development during Puberty
Puberty is the stage when a child develops and transforms into an adult. During this time, the body undergoes complex shifts to include the breasts. They increase in size, become more sensitive, erect, and stick out. When these changes occur, the fat layers may shift position causing breast asymmetry. This is different when one breast develops faster than the other.
3. Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Pregnancy and breastfeeding cause significant changes in the breasts. For instance, pregnancy makes the breasts become heavier, denser, and darker at the areola. They become tender due to excess estrogen and progesterone produced by the body. Breastfeeding causes increased cup sizes to accommodate more baby milk. After breastfeeding, the breasts shrink which makes both the connective and fatty tissues in the breasts shift in position. If the shift is uneven, the breasts will end up uneven.
4. Weight Gain, or Loss
The breasts greatly comprise adipose tissues or fat. When you gain or lose weight, this fat can increase, or decrease causing changes in breast size, and shape. Also, eating highly nutritious meals low in calories can indirectly shrink breast tissue making them uneven.
5. Medical Conditions
Breast medical conditions include breast cancer and juvenile hypertrophy. Breast cancer is a condition whereby the breast cells begin to grow out of control, and juvenile hypertrophy is a condition in which the breasts rapidly continue to grow such that one may grow significantly larger than the other.
6. Effects from a Previously, Poorly Performed Breast Surgery
Breast surgical procedures involve complex steps that require careful deliberation and an experienced surgeon. This is why you are required to carefully choose a surgeon who is well renowned in that field. Undergoing the correct surgery, but with the wrong procedures may leave you with serious complications which could have lifetime effects.
7. Aging
When a woman grows old, the breasts lose fat, tissues, and mammary glands due to decreased production of estrogen. Lack of estrogen makes the breasts shrink thus becoming smaller. This could happen unevenly causing breast asymmetry.
8. Mastitis
Mastitis is an inflammation of the breast tissues that occurs when breast milk is trapped in the breasts, causing infections. It is painful, swells, and can cause fever and chills. Mastitis can affect one, or both breasts. When this happens, the breasts may become asymmetrical.
How to Correct Uneven Breasts
Uneven breasts can be corrected through breast augmentation. Depending on how asymmetrical a patient’s breasts are, the surgeon could place implants in one, or both breasts. Before surgery, the surgeon carries out a series of tests, then carefully analyzes them to be able to find the best way to help you attain your desired results. If the case is severe, he may perform the surgery along with a breast lift. Implant sizes may differ to give the breasts symmetry. During your consultation, the surgeon will explain all the details you would wish to know.
Other Ways to Correct Uneven Breasts
We understand that some women prefer not to have implants positioned because of several reasons well known by them. Other than breast augmentation surgery, there are other methods that could be employed to make the breasts symmetrical.
1. Breast Lift Surgery
If your breast asymmetry is more into shape than size, then breast lift surgery could work for you. It can eliminate loose skin causing the breasts to sag therefore reshaping, and repositioning them for a firmer profile and evenness.
2. Breast Reduction Surgery
If your breast asymmetry is more into size than shape, breast reduction surgery could be the remedy. A breast reduction surgery is meant to reduce larger breasts to smaller ones restoring symmetry.
3. Mommy Makeover
A mommy makeover is a specialized procedure that combines several body parts during body re-contouring. It is most suitable for women who suffer from pregnancy and breastfeeding consequences, such that they have disfigured breasts, and abdominal sections. It can eliminate excess unwanted skin, and fats bringing back a firmer profiled, and defined body.
Depending on your surgeon’s analysis, he would help you decide on the best approach to take.
What follows after Breast Asymmetry Surgery?
After this surgery, it is crucial for you to listen to your body. Breast asymmetry surgery takes up to two hours to complete, depending on the type of implants placed. The chances that you’d go home post-surgery are higher since this surgery is mostly done as an outpatient. You would be driven home by your trusted friend or family member who would help take care of you during the first few days. You would be expected to take some time off work while you rest and get a lot of sleep. Also, of importance would be to wear a surgical bra at all times to keep your breasts supported. For prescribed drugs for pain, and infections, take them at the appropriate time without failure. Then lastly, avoid any kind of heavy physical activity, at least until your wounds fully heal.
Conclusion
Uneven breasts should not lower your self-esteem or confidence because they can be corrected. Visit Dr. Rahul Vemula for his expertise, and skills.
