Meaning Amastia
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Amastia


A rare condition wherein the normal growth of the breast or nipple does not occur. Unilateral amastia (just on one side) is often associated with absence of the pectoral muscles. Bilateral amastia (with absence of both breasts) is associated in 40% of cases with multiple congenital anomalies (birth defects) involving other parts of the body as well [..]
Source: medicinenet.com

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Amastia


medical Latin, from Greek amastos "without breasts," from privative prefix a- (see a- (3)) + mastos "breast" (see masto-) + abstract noun ending -ia.
Source: etymonline.com

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Amastia


(n) absence of the mammary glands (either through surgery or developmental defect)
Source: beedictionary.com

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Amastia


Absence of the breasts. Synonyms: amazia. Origin: G. A-priv. + mastos, breast (05 Mar 2000)
Source: mondofacto.com





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