Areola

One of the most defining features of mammals is the ability to give nutrition to young via a lactation system instead of egg-yolk that is observed in other lineages. Lactation evolved during the Triassic period—specifically the Cynodant lineage—along with other Mammalian characteristics such as fur. Certain milk proteins, and quite many other parts of the lactation system, have been conserved through evolution and time. It is hypothesized that lactation arose amongst mammals that showed maternal…

exact same action it would be considered no big deal. The viral campaign, Free The Nipple, shows this double standard transparently by revealing that men can be topless in public and not get cited for public indecency whereas women can’t bare their areolas without facing judgment and discretion from the public. So why are these standards…

musculature that defines these hips, but the volume and space that each curve takes up. Higher up the torso, the pert breasts of the three female figures are not incredibly detailed breasts [Figure 3]. There is a slight trace of a nipple, no conspicuous areola. These breasts are created out of a continuous curve, voluminous protrusions from an otherwise bare and statuesque chest and thrown back…

What is a tattoo? A tattoo is a form of body modification, where a design is made by inserting ink, dyes and pigments, either indelible or temporary, into the dermis layer of the skin to change the pigment. The word tattoo, or tattow in the 18th century, is a loanword from the Polynesian word tatau, meaning "to write". Another meaning is from Tahitian word tatau which means ‘to mark something’. The Oxford English Dictionary gives the etymology of tattoo as "In 18th c. tattaow, tattow. What…

steroids. Male breast growth is just another negative way that steroid abuse affects the human body. This is known as gynecomastia. It happens when steroids are converted into fat cells and estrogen, resulting in increased breast tissue, enlarged areolas, and puffy nipples. Contrary to popular belief this condition is often times permanent and can only be corrected through surgery (Brusca et al.…

Once the excitement associated with pregnancy subsides, women start thinking about the impending weight gain and all that they will need to do to shed the extra kilos. But have you ever thought about the other changes that your body is about to experience after childbirth? Yes, there are several other changes that will hit your body after your delivery. Read on to know more. Uterus One of the parts of your body to get affected after child birth is your uterus. During pregnancy your uterus…

Andrea, a 43-year-old G4P4 premenopausal woman, returns to your office after the results of her PAP smear indicate a concern. Identifying data: Ms. A is a 43 y/o Caucasian female. Referral: None Source: Patient Reliability: Seems reliable Allergies: NKA Subjective CC: Follow up Pap smear result HPI: Andrea, a 43-year-old G4P4 premenopausal woman, returns to your office after the results of her PAP smear indicate a concern, the test was done during the routine…

breastfeeding has a higher affectivity on preventing dental caries in infants. Dental caries is a term for tooth decay or cavities. Children face many benefits when breastfeeding is continued in the second half-year of the newborn’s life. Babies who suck the areola region of the mother’s breast will adopt a posture that is fitting for the infant’s breathing through the nose with tongue in proper position. This helps build the right sounds in speech and appropriate transport of food. With…

Often times while watching television or listening to the radio, a company will advertisement a product. Whether the product be an engaging toy, an effective cleaning chemical, or a new wonder drug, at the very end of the advertisement there is most always a disclaimer. “This toy is not safe for children under three years old” and “do not use this product if you are pregnant or breastfeeding” are among the more popular sayings. The reason for the latter disclaimer is likely due to the advertised…

Stimulation Stimulate by hand or with an electric breast pump while following these procedures: 1. You only want to stimulate one nipple at a time. 2. Gently roll your nipple using your thumb and forefinger. 3. Using your thumb and forefinger, begin at the areola and gently pull down over the nipple causing it to become erect. You can achieve an erect nipple with a breast pump, or orally by licking/sucking the nipple until it’s erect.. 4. Once the nipple is erect, continue stimulating for about…