The following features are indicative of Gynecomastia:
swollen breast gland tissue
breast tenderness
nipple discharge in one or both breasts
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Common Causes of Gynecomastia
The following are the most common causes of Gynecomastia:
decrease in the amount of the hormone testosterone compared with estrogen
Risk Factors for Gynecomastia
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Gynecomastia:
adolescence
older age
use of anabolic steroids or androgens
kidney disease
thyroid disease
hormonally active tumors
Klinefelter's syndrome
Prevention of Gynecomastia
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Gynecomastia. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
avoiding use of illegal drugs
avoiding alcohol consumption
reviewing medications in proper manner
Occurrence of Gynecomastia
Number of Cases
The following are the number of Gynecomastia cases seen each year worldwide:
Common between 1 - 10 Million cases
Common Age Group
Gynecomastia can occur at any age.
Common Gender
Gynecomastia most commonly occurs in the following gender:
Male
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Gynecomastia
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Gynecomastia:
Physical examination: To evaluate the male breast tissue
Mammography: Method of choice for radiologic examination of male breast tissue in the diagnosis of gynecomastia
Doctor for Diagnosis of Gynecomastia
Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of Gynecomastia:
Endocrinologist
Plastic Surgeon
Complications of Gynecomastia if untreated
Yes, Gynecomastia causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Gynecomastia is left untreated:
psychological or emotional problems
Procedures for Treatment of Gynecomastia
The following procedures are used to treat Gynecomastia:
Surgery: To remove glandular breast tissue
Radiation therapy: Helps to prevent gynecomastia and breast pain
Liposuction: Helps in removal of breast fat
Mastectomy: Helps in removal of the breast gland tissue
Self-care for Gynecomastia
The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Gynecomastia:
Stop taking recreational drugs: Helps in prevention of breast enlargement in males
Avoid to take nutritional supplements: To prevent symptoms of Gynecomastia
Patient Support for Treatment of Gynecomastia
The following actions may help Gynecomastia patients:
Family Support: Helps in avoiding anxiety and depression caused by gynecomastia
Time for Treatment of Gynecomastia
While time-period of treatment for each patient may vary, below is the typical time-period for Gynecomastia to resolve if treated properly under an expert supervision:
Disease cannot be treated but only maintained or effects reduced