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Normal female breast anatomy

The female breast is composed mainly of fatty tissue interspersed with fibrous or connective tissue. The circular region around the nipple is often a different color or pigmented. This region is called the areola.

Normal female breast anatomy

Review Date: 2/5/2023

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