Accessory breasts are something that many people have. Although they don’t have much impact, they are not very pretty after all. How are these breasts formed?

What is accessory breast formed?

Accessory breast refers to an extra part of the breast, usually in front of the armpit or under the armpit. It also occurs above and below the normal breast in the chest. Abdomen, groin and other parts. The reason for the formation of accessory breasts is that during the human embryonic period, there are 6 to 8 pairs of mammary glands on two lines from the armpit to the groin. Before birth, except for the pair on the chest, the rest have degenerated. If there is abnormal development, these mammary gland primordia fail to degenerate completely, forming multiple breasts, also known as polymastia.

Does accessory breast have any impact on the body?

Accessory breast is the place where other breast tissue is produced in addition to the normal breast. It is more common in the armpits on both sides and generally does not cause harm to people. Relatively small accessory breasts show no discomfort and do not need to be treated. However, if the accessory breast enlarges, or if there are pain, lumps and other abnormal symptoms, measures must be taken at this time, such as surgical removal. In addition, some accessory breasts can also cause breast cancer. Therefore, close follow-up observation is required, and surgical resection should be performed as soon as possible if there are signs of breast cancer.

Will the accessory breasts grow nipples?

Will the accessory breasts grow nipples? Accessory breasts are a congenital developmental malformation caused by the incomplete degeneration of the excess mammary glands during the embryonic stage. Some accessory breasts have no glands, but some have normal glands and nipples. Accessory breasts will not affect normal life, but may cause patients to develop breast cancer, but the chance of this happening is very small. If the accessory breast is large and has seriously affected the patient's appearance, surgical removal can be used for treatment.

Are accessory breasts related to breast hyperplasia

Generally, when accessory breasts appear under the armpits, it may be related to breast hyperplasia. It may be caused by hyperplastic lesions, or it may be Congenital accessory breasts. When there are accessory breasts, you should try to avoid compression or stimulation, otherwise it will aggravate the hyperplasia and require surgical removal if necessary.