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Gynecomastia : Symptoms

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Symptoms Overview Articles

Gynecomastia
Breast growth is directed exclusively by female hormones—estrogens. Although men have some estrogen in their system, it is usually insufficient to cause much breast enlargement because it is counterbalanced by male hormones—androgens.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine

Specific Symptom Articles

Gynecomastia
Gynecomastia is the development of abnormally large breasts in males.The condition may occur in one or both breasts and begins as a small lump beneath the nipple, which may be tender. The breasts often enlarge unevenly.
Source:ADAM
Date:December 6, 2007
Gynecomastia
Gynecomastia is strictly a male disease and is any growth of the adipose(fatty) and glandular tissue in a male breast. Not all breast growth in men is considered abnormal, just excess growth.Breast growth is directed exclusively by female hormones...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Breast Enlargement in Adolescent Boys
Male breast enlargement(gynecomastia) is a normal condition that occurs during puberty in more than 60% of boys.Aproximately 20% of 10½-year-old boys and more than 60% of 14-year-old boys experience gynecomastia(breast enlargement). In additi...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Childhood and Adolescence
Breast disorders in men
While somewhat common in adolescence, gynecomastia in adult men is rare. It may be caused by liver disease, medications, or treatment for prostate cancer.
Source:StayWell
Breast Reduction in Men With Gynecomastia
Detailed information on gynecomastia, including causes, facts, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
Source:StayWell
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