Gynecomastia

Article Abstract:

Gynecomastia is the benign growth of the male breasts due to the excessive development of the mammary gland. Clinically, it may resemble pseudogynecomastia, which is breast enlargement due to fat accumulation. It is common and most frequently seen during infancy and puberty and among adults aged 50 to 80. It appears to result from an imbalance of the hormones estrogen and androgen. Between 10% and 20% of gynecomastia cases are associated with use of medications or use of drugs such as alcohol or marijuana. About 25% are associated with puberty and 25% are of unknown origin. In the majority of cases, the condition resolves on its own within a year. If onset of gynecomastia is associated with medication, the patient should stop taking the drug if possible and see if the condition resolves. If the condition interferes with the patient's daily life, medical therapy with anti-estrogen drugs or surgical removal are two treatment options.

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Prepubertal gynecomastia linked to lavender and tea tree oils

Article Abstract:

Possible causes of gynecomastia were investigated in three prepubertal boys who were otherwise normal and had normal serum concentrations of endogenous steroids. Examinations and analysis revealed that gynecomastia coincided with the topical application of products containing lavender and tea tree oils, supported by studies that the two oils have estrogenic and antiandrogenic activities, which led to the conclusion that repeated exposure to the oils caused the condition in the boys.

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Gynecomastia

Article Abstract:

The asymptomatic gynecomastia is the enlargement of the glandular tissue of the breasts and is commonly found in older men. It causes various diseases, including thyrotoxicosis and testicular tumors and can be treated by the surgical removal of the glandular tissue.

United Kingdom, Complications and side effects, Diseases, Aged men, Elderly men

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