15.7 Lifespan Considerations

Newborn

Breast swelling and leakage from the newborns nipples (witch’s milk) may also be seen in newborn boys and girls as a result of  maternal hormones and resolves by the second week.  Refer to the Sexual Development Section 15.5 for genitalia lifespan considerations.

Pediatrics

Refer to the Sexual Development Section 15.5.

Older Adults

The following link summarize changes to the breast of the aging female: https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003999.htm

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