Girl Undergoes Surgery to Reduce 22-Pound Breasts, Revealing the Harsh Reality of Gigantomastia

Thaynara Marcondes, a 22-year-old pedagogy student from Mandirituba, is on the road to recovery after undergoing breast reduction surgery. She had been struggling with gigantomastia, a condition that caused her breasts to grow to 10 kilograms (22 pounds). Before the surgery, everyday tasks became incredibly difficult for her. Here’s her story.

“I couldn’t even wear a bra anymore,” she reveals.

“I ended up putting all my clothes in a bag because nothing fit. One day, I tried on eight shirts and none of them worked. I totally lost it.”

Now, following her surgery at the end of October, Thaynara is excited to return to the gym and wear a bikini once more. “I want to run, stay active, and do all the things I couldn’t do before,” she says.

From struggle to strength.

The condition, which first appeared in February 2024, turned daily tasks into a challenge — activities like working out and even holding babies at her job as a daycare assistant. “I couldn’t take it anymore,” she confesses. “I’m skinny, and my back was killing me.”

The surgery has given her a new lease on life, and she’s now sharing her recovery journey on social media to raise awareness about gigantomastia and its impact. She’s excited to finally feel like herself again and wants other women to know they’re not alone in facing this challenge.

What is gigantomastia?

Gigantomastia, also known as breast hypertrophy or macromastia, is a rare condition where the breasts grow excessively large due to an overproduction of breast tissue. This condition most commonly affects people assigned to female at birth and can cause significant discomfort, pain, and even body image issues.

Thaynara Marcondes’ story is a powerful example of strength and taking charge of one’s well-being. Despite enduring the pain and challenges of gigantomastia, she refused to let it hold her back. Opting for breast reduction surgery demonstrated her determination to improve her health and embrace a more comfortable, fulfilling life.

Recently, another woman’s experience with breast reduction surgery went viral after she shared her journey on TikTok. Posting raw, unfiltered updates, she opened up about the pain, recovery process, and the emotional toll of the procedure. However, it was the stunning final results that truly left everyone amazed online.