Amastia (Noun)
Meaning
Absence of the mammary glands (either through surgery or developmental defect).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The condition of amastia made it difficult for the new mother to nurse her baby.
- Some women born with amastia may experience psychological distress related to body image.
- The doctor explained that the amastia was due to a rare genetic disorder that caused the mammary glands to not develop during fetal development.
- A rare case of amastia resulting from trauma to the chest was presented at the medical conference.
- Amastia, either acquired or congenital, can have significant social implications for individuals and families.