Pronunciation: [ˈamast͡ʃə] (IPA) 
The word "amastia" is spelled with an "a" followed by "mastia" and is pronounced /əˈmæstiə/. The "a" is pronounced like the "a" in "about" and "mastia" is pronounced with a short "a" sound, like the "a" in "cat". "Amastia" refers to the medical condition of being born without breasts. While it is a rare condition, it is important to understand and raise awareness about all medical conditions and their correct spellings.
Amastia refers to a medical condition characterized by the absence or underdevelopment of one or both breasts in a person, particularly in females. Derived from the Greek words "a" meaning "without" and "mastós" meaning "breast," amastia can occur as a result of congenital anomalies or developmental abnormalities during the embryonic period.
A person with amastia typically lacks breast tissue, including the glandular, fatty, and connective tissues that normally compose the breasts. This condition may vary in severity, ranging from a complete absence of breast tissue to very minimal or rudimentary development of the breasts. It can impact one breast (unilateral amastia) or both breasts (bilateral amastia).
The absence of breasts in individuals with amastia can have psychological and emotional implications, affecting self-esteem, body image, and social functioning. Some affected individuals may experience distress or identity issues due to the deviation from societal norms and expectations related to gender and femininity.
Treatment options for amastia may include breast reconstruction surgery, which aims to restore breast shape and contour using various techniques such as the placement of breast implants, tissue expansion, or autologous tissue transfer. Psychosocial support and counseling are also essential components of comprehensive care for individuals affected by amastia, as they can help address the emotional and psychological impact of the condition.
Absence of the breasts.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
The word amastia originates from the Greek words a- meaning without and mastós meaning breast.
