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Re: teenage breast abnormality

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From: anonymous@obgyn.net
Wed, 22 Nov 2000 13:26:01 -0600 (CST)

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At Tue, 21 Nov 2000, Susan wrote: >
>My daughter is 14 years old, for the last 5 years her breast have been
>developing. One side is much larger than the other and is actually long
>like. The areolas are very large like silver dollars. She mentioned it
>to pediatrician
>and she said it was .fine. Should I be asking for a second
>opinion or a referral to a different kind of MD? My daughter was in
>tears as we shopped for a new bra tonight, one side would be too tight
>and the other half empty.
>She is an A/B cup It is starting to be more noticable in her clothing.
>She wants to wear sports bras to just smash everything. She has very
>large calf muscles and one calf is much larger than the other and this
>probably has nothing to do with it, but thought I'd mention it.
>Appreciate any advice.
>Susan

This is very common occurence, and it will typically even itself out over time. The primary concern is the emotional distress of the girl. Reassurance is important, and perhaps counseling is in order if she has difficulty allowing nature to take its course.

-- William D. McIntosh, MD, FACOG

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