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Male Gynecomastia and Surgical Treatment Options

Male Gynecomastia and Surgical Treatment Options

Posted on 11. May, 2009.

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Gynecomastia is another term for enlargement of the breast tissue in males.  The condition is caused when fatty tissues swell in the chest.  It can occur on one or both sides of the chest and can be related to diet, testosterone levels, or a side effect of some medications.

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Cosmetic Surgery to Relieve Gynecomastia

Cosmetic Surgery to Relieve Gynecomastia

Posted on 27. Feb, 2009.

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Gynecomastia is a nasty-sounding word that simply means an overgrowth of breast tissue in a boy or man.  By itself, gynecomastia is not a serious medical condition, although it can be a symptom of underlying illness.  Sometimes the tissue can be tender or painful, but the social pain caused by gynecomastia can be psychologically devastating.

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