The development of a girl's breasts begins during puberty. According to traditional Chinese medicine, puberty is the most important period that affects the size of a woman's breasts. If breast development is slow during this time, it is best to understand one's constitution and make appropriate adjustments to ensure proper breast development in the future.
The period of breast development in females is typically between the ages of 9 to 14, and it usually takes about 4 years to complete. However, there can be significant individual differences. Some individuals may complete their development within 1 to 2 years, while others may take up to 10 years. In some cases, breast development may not be completed until the first pregnancy.
Therefore, poor breast development can be improved through postnatal care to achieve normal development. Although the age of breast development varies greatly, if a girl reaches 14-15 years of age and her breasts have not started developing, it may be an abnormal phenomenon, and it is best to seek medical advice from a specialist.
Below are four types of constitutions that may result in slow breast development during puberty, for reference:
1. Spleen deficiency type: Pale yellow complexion with obvious yellow color around the nose and lips. Pale lips. Pale and swollen tongue with teeth marks on the edges. Weak and slow pulse. May be accompanied by excessive white discharge, menstrual irregularities, lower backache, increased bowel movements during menstruation, bloating, poor appetite, and fatigue.
2. Kidney yang deficiency type: Overweight with loose skin. Pale and lusterless complexion. Lethargic and prone to catching colds. Pale lips and nails. Pale and thin tongue coating. Scanty and pale menstrual flow during the later phase, clear and watery vaginal discharge, prone to lower backache and feeling cold.
3. Kidney yin deficiency type: Thin and weak physique. White and dry complexion. Bright red lips. Hot palms. Thin and small tongue. Thin and rapid pulse. May be accompanied by dizziness, dry and hot throat, poor sleep, early or excessive menstrual flow.
4. Liver stagnation type: Lean appearance. Yellowish complexion with a hint of green. Introverted personality. Visible blue veins between the eyebrows. Frequent sighing. Poor appetite. Distending and painful sensation in the sides and abdomen. Irregular menstruation, breast distension before menstruation, dysmenorrhea, dark menstrual flow. If there is liver fire, the individual may exhibit irritability and impatience.
