Sagging breasts is a very common problem and are a natural consequence of aging. The medical term for this condition is ‘Ptosis’ of the breast and the causes are still not clearly defined or understood.

There are several factors that influence the development and degree of sagging breasts. Surprisingly, one of the key factors is cigarette smoking. There is a protein called elastin in our skin which is responsible for its elasticity; smoking breaks down this protein and decreases the elasticity of the skin which in turn causes sagging breasts. Pregnancy is another cause of sagging breasts and the effects are more pronounced after multiple pregnancies. It is not surprising that gravity would have an effect on breasts and this is most obvious in larger-breasted women. Significant weight gain and weight loss of 50 lbs. or more is also a key factor in ptosis of the breast. In addition to these causes, heredity is an influencing factor as it determines an individual’s skin elasticity.

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