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Daily Mail
10-08-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Woman reveals rare condition made her breasts grow five cup sizes suddenly
A woman was horrified when her breasts suddenly grew five cup sizes for no apparent reason – which she later learned was thanks to an extremely rare condition. Michelle Sekwena had a petite, 32A-size chest and was comfortable in her body before the shocking change, which took place over several months. It began with the 25-year-old noticing that her breasts were feeling painful, becoming itchy when she wore bras, and turned a 'reddish' color. They shot up to a size 34G, leaving her struggling to walk more than short distances due to severe back and knee pain thanks to the extra weight. In addition, it completely shattered her confidence since people would 'stare at her all the time' when she went out in public - with some even questioning if she was expecting. 'People would think I'm pregnant, and I would get weird stares everywhere I went,' the salesperson told NeedToKnow recently. 'I lost my confidence. My back and knees were sore, and I had headaches, so I couldn't rest or sleep properly. 'It was very depressing. People were making fun of me and staring all the time. 'I would wear baggy clothes and hoodies to hide my breasts. My confidence was down to zero.' Michelle was eventually referred to a consultant at a hospital in her native Pretoria, South Africa, to get checked, where she was diagnosed with gigantomastia – a rare condition that causes excessive and rapid growth of breast tissue. According to Cleveland Clinic, it can happen 'during puberty, pregnancy or from taking medication. In some cases, it occurs spontaneously and for no reason.' It is extremely uncommon, with only about 300 documented cases in the world. The cost of a breast reduction would set Michelle back more than $8,000, which the young woman couldn't afford. She started documenting her experience with the condition on TikTok, where her videos have garnered up to 22 million views, and she decided to start an online fundraiser. Incredibly, followers flocked to support her efforts, and with the help of their donations, she was finally able to fund the surgery, having her breasts reduced to a 34D – the smallest size possible. Michelle underwent the surgery in February this year, and is now thrilled with her results, saying she has her 'life back.' Michelle was eventually diagnosed with gigantomastia – a rare condition that causes excessive and rapid growth of breast tissue. She' seen before (left) and after (right) her breasts grew In February she had her breasts reduced to a 34D – the smallest size possible - through surgery and she has now gotten her confidence back. She's seen after the surgery While she doesn't know if the condition may reappear, Michelle is remaining optimistic that she won't have to suffer the same fate again – and is busy embracing her newfound confidence and freedom. She concluded: 'It feels so amazing.' Thaynara Marcondes, 22, from Brazil, suffered from the same condition as Michelle last year. She said she feared she had cancer when her breasts grew 26lbs in a few months, and she was eventually diagnosed with gigantomastia. She too endured constant back, shoulder, and neck pain and, at times, needing a wheelchair to get around. In late October, she was referred for a $7,200 10-hour reduction surgery where doctors removed a whopping 22lbs from her breasts.
The Sun
25-06-2025
- Health
- The Sun
Botched tummy lipo made my boobs triple in size due to a side effect – I'm not complaining as toy boys can't get enough
A WOMAN dubbed the claims her breasts got three sizes bigger after she had botched £7,382 liposuction on her stomach - and apparently, they are still growing. Elaina St James was happily sporting a DD-cup prior to her surgery, which targeted fat cells to give her a more toned appearance. 8 But the 58-year-old was stunned when she noticed an unexpected side effect. In the months following the 'botched' surgery – which left her stomach looking 'lumpy' - Elaina's chest inflated so much that the content creator was forced to overhaul her lingerie wardrobe to accommodate the changes. The cougar is now a 36G cup size - but this could increase further. 'I thought I was going crazy at first,' said Elaina, who boasts 430,000 Instagram followers @elainastjames. 'I asked my doctor if it was possible that the liposuction was causing my boobs to grow. 'I couldn't think what else it could be, as I hadn't made any major changes to my lifestyle. 'I was shocked when he immediately confirmed my suspicions. 'The doctor explained that when fat cells are removed during liposuction, sometimes the body compensates by kind of inflating them in other areas. 'Apparently, it's not that uncommon. 'I couldn't believe it. 'I was blessed with naturally large breasts, so it wasn't an area I had ever wanted to enhance. 'I had no idea this was even possible.' A 2007 study shared in the US' National Library of Medicine found that nearly half (48%) of participants reported an increase in their breast size following liposuction of the abdominal wall. Elaina, who hails from the Midwest but currently lives in North Carolina, opted to go under the knife after years of feeling self-conscious about her stomach. She said: 'I started out in this industry as an older woman, so I always had a 'mom bod' - but I just didn't feel comfortable being in front of the camera all of the time with my stomach out. 'Diet and exercise weren't making any difference in terms of toning it, so I started looking into liposuction.' Elaina explored different options before choosing to go with a large, national provider with 'great reviews'. But she felt dismayed with the finished look. A few months later, she looked at options to get the lipo revised. That's when she noticed the bizarre weight fluctuation to her chest. 8 8 8 Elaina said: 'I wasn't gaining weight anywhere else but I noticed my bras were becoming too tight. 'I had been wearing a DD cup size for years but suddenly they weren't fitting right. 'I was overflowing. 'I knew it was weird but I was so busy with moving and being a mom, that I didn't think too much about it.' More self-conscious than ever, once she was settled in her new home, Elaina paid another $10,000 to get liposuction with a second doctor in February 2025 - 16 months after her first procedure. This same physician confirmed that the first procedure had triggered her breasts to grow. Elaina said: 'They haven't stopped growing since. 'It's crazy. 'I now wear a 36G bra and with larger cup sizes you have to pay more for the brands that cater for them – so it's expensive having to get a whole new set. Do breasts get bigger after liposuction? Plastic & Aesthetic Surgeon Dr. Leonard Josipovic shared that it isn't uncommon for breasts to appear larger after lipo. It's not as strange as it sounds. When you have liposuction, fat cells in the treated area, such as the stomach, are permanently removed. But your body still has fat cells in other places. If you gain weight after the procedure, those remaining fat cells can grow larger. Since the treated area now has fewer fat cells, weight gain may show up more in other parts of the body like the back, upper arms, face or even the breasts. Breasts are made up of both glandular tissue and fat. The amount of glandular tissue is influenced by hormones, age and genetics, while the fat content can change depending on your overall body composition. So if someone gains weight after lipo, it's entirely possible that some of that fat gets stored in the breasts, making them look fuller. It's not that fat has physically moved from one place to another, it's just that your body now stores fat differently. Liposuction is a contouring procedure, not a weight loss treatment. If someone keeps their weight stable and sticks to a healthy lifestyle after surgery, fat won't suddenly shift to strange places. But if weight is gained, it will show up in areas that weren't treated - and that can include the breasts says Dr. Leonard Josipovic. 'It has cost me $450 to get new everyday bras that fit my new size. 'I'm hoping I don't grow much more, because it gets to a point when boobs become too big to manage.' While she isn't overly thrilled with the unexpected side effect, Elaina's new look has proved good for business. She said: 'It's not the worst thing in the world to have big boobs – especially in my line of work. 'Men love it. 8 8 'Some of my fans even spotted the increase before I did. 'Women's bodies fluctuate all the time, so it took a while for me to register the change. 'I started getting comments that my boobs looked bigger. 'I thought it was just because my stomach was thinner, giving the illusion of a larger chest – but they turned out to be right.' While Elaina values having a 'natural aesthetic', she is pleased with her new look – including the unexpected changes. She added: 'There's a lot of pressure to look good for women at every age and I'm all for it if you want to address insecurities. 'I remember getting comments saying I should do some sit-ups, put down the pizza or even go on Ozempic before having liposuction. 'I feel really confident in my body now and I'm embracing my new breasts too. 'Although I didn't intend to get a boob job, I'm definitely not complaining!' What are the risks of getting surgery abroad? IT'S important to do your research if you're thinking about having cosmetic surgery abroad. It can cost less than in the UK, but you need to weigh up potential savings against the potential risks. Safety standards in different countries may not be as high. No surgery is risk-free. Complications can happen after surgery in the UK or abroad. If you have complications after an operation in the UK, the surgeon is responsible for providing follow-up treatment. Overseas clinics may not provide follow-up treatment, or they may not provide it to the same standard as in the UK. Also, they may not have a healthcare professional in the UK you can visit if you have any problems. Source: NHS
