Tuberous or tubular breast deformity is a common malformation in which the breasts are saggy, narrow, and widely spaced. This has raised many questions such as whether one will be able to produce enough milk while breastfeeding or whether the breasts will grow larger after breastfeeding.
Tuberous breast condition begins immediately after birth, but is most visible during puberty and breast development. Therefore, the condition has no health effects, except for the fact that it can lead to psychological effects and other mental illnesses.
Can I breastfeed with tuberous breasts?
The answer is yes. Of course, you can lead a normal parenting life with this condition. During pregnancy, you can ask your doctor about natural progesterone. This will help stimulate the growth of the glandular tissues that are responsible for the secretion of milk.
After giving birth, try using natural herbs that increase milk supply. You can also use galactagogues to maintain a sufficient milk supply for your baby if you are working.
Try massaging the breasts to increase stimulation. You can also breastfeed on demand and express your milk between feedings. This will ensure that your baby has a continuous supply of milk.
You can also use a supplemental feeding device to help you while you breastfeed your baby. As the baby feeds on the donor’s milk, he will also be able to breastfeed, which will stimulate the breasts to produce more milk. This also increases bonding compared to using the bottle alone.
Is it your first pregnancy? Do not worry. Doctors say that milk production increases with the number of pregnancies because the hormones produced with each pregnancy increase the growth of the mammary glands.
Breastfeeding after tuberous breast correction
Tuberous breasts can be corrected through a specialized procedure in which the ring that contracts the developmental tissues is removed and the breasts are filled with implants. This gives the breasts a normal shape and gives women the confidence to wear tops with a neckline.
After the procedure, the woman can continue with her daily life, which also means that she can give birth and breastfeed. After tuberous breast reconstruction, a woman will be able to breastfeed, but her milk supply will not be as high as that of those with normal breasts. The surgery only corrects the external appearance and not the mammary glands.
In some rare cases where glandular tissue is destroyed during surgery, a woman will not be able to produce milk. Therefore, this will force her to rely completely on supplemental breastfeeding techniques. This risk depends on the procedure being performed and can be discussed with your doctor during your consultation.
"Can I lose nipple sensitivity after surgery?"
In some cases there is loss of nipple sensitivity. This can be a short-term or long-term effect. This also depends on the type of procedure that is performed. If it is your fabric that is used, the feeling will return over time. Regular massage can also help improve smoothness and sensation. Re-educating the nerves by using different textures during the shower and applying lotion often helps to regain the sensation of the nipple.