Michelangelo's depiction in "The Flood" suggests characteristics of breast cancer. The evidence of the pathology is fully corroborated by the symbolism and the theological meaning underlying this representation of life and death.
The contrast with the right breast is evident. Although slightly elevated by her right arm, there is a significantly retracted and deformed nipple. The areolar/periareolar skin is retracted.
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