Becoming a mother in the United States is a rewarding yet demanding role, especially for those who simultaneously balance their motherly duties with a job. The joys and responsibilities that come with motherhood are profound, but within this fulfilling journey, some moms face a unique challenge, the physical and emotional weight of having excessively large breasts. For these women, breast…
Becoming a mother is a lovely adventure filled with moments of happiness. But when you give birth and hold your new baby with joy, your body starts to go through some changes. These changes showcase the amazing abilities of your body to bring a new life into the world. However, they can also be difficult to handle. From shifting weight…
Gynecomastia is the development of breast tissue in men. This is commonly seen in teenagers and men in their 20s and 30s. Gynecomastia can produce a painful breast bud behind the nipple/areola and/or create a visible outpouching of the breast that can be seen through the T-shirt. This can make exercise such as running or contact sports difficult secondary to…
Breast cancer can be treated with either mastectomy or with lumpectomy. In some patients who undergo lumpectomy, they may also be a candidate for intra-operative radiation therapy. Patients who are undergoing lumpectomy, may also have breast implants previously placed. During intra-operative radiation therapy, the implant is removed. During this time, a patient may wish to have their implants replaced. The…
