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Supernumerary areolae

S W Shewmake, G T Izuno

    Archives of Dermatology
    |June 1, 1977
    PubMed
    Summary
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    This study presents a rare case of supernumerary areolae, a form of extra breast tissue. The finding of three areolae, one off the milk line, suggests a possible atavistic phenomenon in human development.

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    Area of Science:

    • Human embryology
    • Developmental biology
    • Anatomical variations

    Background:

    • Supernumerary breast tissue, or polymastia, is a congenital anomaly.
    • While typically involving glandular tissue, it can present as areolar tissue alone.
    • Understanding variations in breast tissue development is crucial for clinical and evolutionary studies.

    Observation:

    • A patient presented with three distinct supernumerary areolae.
    • One of these accessory areolae was located outside the typical embryonic milk line.
    • This presentation is a rare manifestation of supernumerary breast tissue.

    Findings:

    • The presence of areolar tissue only is an unusual form of supernumerary breast tissue.
    • An accessory areola located off the milk line challenges typical developmental patterns.

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  • This finding may represent an atavistic phenomenon, a reversion to ancestral traits.

    • Implications:

    • This case highlights the spectrum of anatomical variations possible in human development.
    • Further research into such anomalies could provide insights into evolutionary biology.
    • Clinicians should be aware of rare presentations of supernumerary breast tissue for accurate diagnosis.