Breast ptosis, or the sagging of the breasts, is a common condition that affects women as they age. This condition can cause the nipples to point downwards and the top of the breast to lose its fullness. The severity of breast ptosis is measured by the position of the nipple in relation to the fold of the breast. In this article, we will discuss the causes, symptoms, and treatments for smaller, droopy breasts.
Causes of Smaller, Sagging Breasts
Developmental Anomalies
During pregnancy and weight gain, the skin and underlying supportive tissue (Cooper's ligaments) of the breast are stretched. These tissues never fully recover their original shape and size after pregnancy and weight loss, causing the breasts to sag.
Post-Partum Breast Ptosis
After pregnancy, the stretching of the skin and underlying tissues can lead to sagging breasts. This condition is caused by the stretching of the skin and underlying tissues during pregnancy, as well as the weight of the breasts themselves.
Genetic Factors
Genetic factors can also contribute to smaller, droopy breasts. Some women may inherit reduced skin elasticity and Cooper's ligament strength, making them more susceptible to developing ptosis.
Symptoms of Smaller, Sagging Breasts
###缩小乳房大小
The most noticeable sign of smaller, sagging breasts is a smaller than usual size.
###松弛的皮肤
The skin on the breasts may appear loose or saggy.
###乳头内陷或回落
The nipples and areolas may appear to be enlarged or droop downwards.
Treatments for Smaller, Sagging Breasts
哺乳
研究人员发现，怀孕期间发生的乳房大小变化是导致乳房下垂的一个重要因素。因此，分娩后哺乳不太可能导致乳房松弛。
###支撑性胸罩
佩戴合适的运动型胸罩可以提供支持并提升胸部。许多人在生活中并不清楚自己的正确胸罩尺寸，这可能会随着时间的推移而改变。有些商店的工作人员可以帮助您测量并确定适合您乳房的正确尺寸胸罩。您可能还想寻找在锻炼时穿的支持性胸罩。
上肢训练
锻炼可以塑造您的肩部、上臂和胸部的肌肉，使它们更加紧实有型。这有助于稍微提高胸部在胸部壁上的位置。
乳房提升术
乳房提升手术非常有效地纠正乳房下垂。您的医生可以去除多余的皮肤，将下垂的乳房拉回高位。您可能还希望进行乳房植入手术，以使整个乳房看起来更加丰满。
生活方式选择
保持年轻的外观选择对身体的其他方面也有帮助。均衡饮食中富含抗氧化剂的食物对身体有好处；水果和蔬菜是抗氧化剂的良好来源；摄入足够的水分也可以改善皮肤状况。
避免吸烟和限制阳光暴露是维护身体各部位健康的重要部分。使用防晒霜可以保护周围的皮肤免受日晒损害。保持恒定的体重也有助于防止围绕乳房的皮肤因增重或减重而过度拉伸。
最终，乳房会随着年龄的增长而发生变化，就像身体的其他部位一样。通过健康的生活方式选择，您可以减缓衰老对乳房的影响，但可能无法完全阻止乳房下垂。如果您想永久改变乳房的外观，与您的医生讨论手术来提升下垂的乳房可能是最佳选择。
