What should a girl do if her breasts sag, and can they be restored?
Under normal circumstances, breast ptosis in teenage girls is mainly caused by factors such as puberty, rapid weight loss, malnutrition, hormonal imbalance, and mastitis. Recovery can generally be promoted through non-surgical treatments, aesthetic medical procedures, or medication. If concerns persist, early medical consultation is recommended. Detailed explanations are as follows:
1. Puberty
During adolescence, rapid breast development and volume increase may outpace the adaptation of surrounding skin and tissues, potentially causing temporary breast ptosis. This may naturally improve over time as breast development continues.
2. Rapid Weight Loss
Rapid weight loss within a short period may reduce breast fat tissue, causing the skin and ligaments to lose support, leading to breast ptosis. Breast massage and exercises may help. If the condition persists into adulthood, breast augmentation surgery could be considered. Breast augmentation involves surgically implanting prosthetics made of materials such as silicone or expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE) to enhance breast fullness. The general reference cost for breast augmentation ranges from 12,000 to 200,000 yuan per session, with visible improvement typically seen within 15 to 40 days.
3. Malnutrition
Long-term dietary imbalance or malnutrition may lead to a reduction in breast fat and muscle tissue, causing the skin and ligaments to lose structural support and resulting in ptosis. Symptoms may include weight loss, pallor, and fatigue. Improving dietary habits and increasing nutritional intake, especially foods rich in protein and healthy fats, is recommended.
4. Hormonal Imbalance
During puberty or growth periods, abnormal hormone secretion may lead to uneven breast development and subsequent ptosis. This may be accompanied by irregular menstruation and mood swings. Hormonal regulation under medical guidance using medications such as estradiol valerate tablets, combined ethinylestradiol tablets, or diethylstilbestrol tablets may be advised.
5. Mastitis
Mastitis is an inflammatory condition of breast tissue caused by infection. It may damage breast structures, leading to ptosis. Symptoms may include breast pain, lumps, and skin redness or swelling. Treatment under medical supervision with medications such as minocycline hydrochloride capsules, bromocriptine mesylate tablets, or cefdinir dispersible tablets is recommended.
If breast ptosis persists from adolescence into adulthood, breast augmentation via injection may be considered. This involves directly injecting fillers such as hyaluronic acid into the breasts to enhance fullness. The general reference cost for injection-based breast augmentation ranges from 3,000 to 30,000 yuan per session, with visible improvement typically seen within 7 to 15 days. However, there may be risks of complications such as infection.