The Enigma of Gestational Gigantomastia: Implications for Pregnancy and Treatment

• Deepti Choudhary,*  
• Rajiv Acharya,  
• Bhumika SIngh,  
• Dr Swati Kohli

Abstract

Gigantomastia, a rare condition characterized by a rapid and massive enlargement of both breasts, primarily occurs during pregnancy and is referred to as gestational gigantomastia. It significantly affects the physical, psychological, and social well-being of pregnant women. Although the condition generally follows a benign course, fatal outcomes are reported in only 2% of cases. The exact cause and development of this condition are not fully understood, making management during pregnancy challenging. Treatment options are limited, and surgical intervention is often necessary; however, accessing such procedures can be difficult in low-resource settings. In this report, we present a unique case observed for the first time at our tertiary teaching hospital.

Keywords

Pregnancy, Breasts, Gigantomastia, Macromastia, Mammoplasty, Mastectomy