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Can GP treat gynecomastia? Or what kind of specialist treat it?

2007-07-28 18:08:15 · 10 answers · asked by sport_hunk2005 1 in Health Men's Health

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Without knowing what your situation is (if you have an illness, or if you are using AS, etc.), you'll want to start with your regular doctor who will probably check you out and do bloodwork.

There are cosmetic surgeons who specialize in male chest correction and sculpting, specifically addressing gynecomastia. Obviously it's only a viable solution after you've addressed the cause of the gynecomastia. I know a few bodybuilders who have done it with some positive results.

2007-07-28 18:16:31 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

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2016-11-07 05:24:38 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

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2016-03-19 08:01:17 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

I've seen a lot of males get plastic surgery for this. It's an outpatient procedure, no less risky than a woman having a similar surgery (but less of a recovery time and usually less pain involved).
However, insurance coverage isn't really that great for this procedure. Go to a GP and ask for a referral to a plastic surgeon or if your insurance allows, self-refer.

2007-07-28 18:13:15 · answer #4 · answered by BlueHenRN 3 · 0 0

It's not a very uncommon thing. It would be treated by a plastic surgeon.

2007-07-28 20:51:52 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous 1 · 0 0

I had that done... a plastic surgeon. There is no treatment for it. You have it, you are stuck with it. Only way to get rid of it is lyposuction or other proceedure handled by a plastic surgeon.

2007-07-28 18:14:24 · answer #6 · answered by gatherusin 2 · 0 0

There are cosmetic surgeons who specialize in male chest correction and sculpting, especially suited to gynecomastia. It can give great results if you choose an experienced surgeon from a reputed clinic. The New You Clinic in Hyderabad offers a range of tailor-made surgical solutions just right for you.

2017-03-21 09:18:29 · answer #7 · answered by Thenew 1 · 0 0

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Treating the underlying cause of the gynecomastia may lead to improvement in the condition. Patients should talk with their doctor about revising any medications that are found to be causing gynecomastia; often, an alternative medication can be found that avoids gynecomastia side-effects, while still treating the primary condition for which the original medication was found not to be suitable due to causing gynecomastia side-effects (e.g., in place of taking spironolactone the alternative eplerenone can be used.) Selective estrogen receptor modulator medications, such as tamoxifen and clomiphene, or androgens or aromatase inhibitors such as Letrozole are medical treatment options, although they are not universally approved for the treatment of gynecomastia. Endocrinological attention may help during the first 2-3 years. After that window, however, the breast tissue tends to remain and harden, leaving surgery (either liposuction, gland excision, skin sculpture, reduction mammoplasty, or a combination of these surgical techniques) the only treatment option. Many American insurance companies deny coverage for surgery for gynecomastia treatment on the grounds that it is a cosmetic procedure. Radiation therapy is sometimes used to prevent gynecomastia in patients with prostate cancer prior to estrogen therapy. Compression garments can camouflage chest deformity and stabilize bouncing tissue bringing emotional relief to some. There are also those who choose to live with the condition.

2016-04-09 05:18:56 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

Usually an endocrinologist - a doctor who specializes in glands and hormones; but the first place to start is with your regular doctor.

2007-07-28 18:11:10 · answer #9 · answered by Richard B 7 · 3 0

See your general practitioner. Plastic surgeons often are involved.

2007-07-28 18:13:05 · answer #10 · answered by jj 3 · 0 0

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