What Is the Most Common Treatment for Gynecomastia?
Gynecomastia is a fairly common condition that involves enlargement of breast tissue in males. Most cases result from an imbalance in androgen and estrogen hormones due to a glandular disorder, steroid use, medication side effects, or cancer treatments. Since hormone levels fluctuate during puberty, it is often seen in boys between the ages of 10 and 18. When a specific cause is known, doctors can consider medications to boost androgen or suppress estrogen levels. Liposuction or breast reduction surgery is considered if medication proves an ineffective treatment for gynecomastia.
