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The purpose of this guide is to teach and inform both women and men about female breast anatomy and physiology (functioning). The guide includes information on breast anatomy, breast development, breast size & shape, lactation (the making of milk), and breast diseases.

Though the sole function of the breast is to produce and distribute milk to the newborn(lactation), in our society the breast has also taken on major significance as a sexual symbol. As a sexual symbol, the breast can be both stimulating and a nuisance. For many women (and men), breasts can be an intensely pleasurable part of sexual activity. Some women can even reach orgasm from breast and nipple stimulation alone. At other times breasts can be an inconvenience or worse (e.g., running, unwanted attention, sexual harassment).

Fears relating to the breast are common. From simple fears about breast size and shape to the often overwhelming fears of cancer and disease. In our society, the female breast is a complex and important part of a woman’s body.

Breasts come in all shapes and sizes - small, large, saggy, lumpy, firm, etc. It is normal (and quite common) for one breast to be a different size and shape than another breast on the same woman as shown in the 1906 painting by Picasso, Nu sur le fond rouge (click on the image for more information). Nipples also come in all shapes and sizes. Similarly, the areola (the darker area surrounding the nipple) can be big or little, light or dark, and differ from one breast to another on the same woman.