Question 1

does ensure powder have estrogen and does it cause gynecomastia?
it seems to be the case: http://www.menshealth.com/nutrition/s
around 3rd page).

Accepted Answer

No and no: Ensure products have no estrogen, but do contain soy, which has been thought to have estrogen-like effects in men. But, per livestrong.Com, "no research has shown that soy isoflavones can produce effects similar to pathologically high estrogen in men. A 2011 analysis of clinical data in the journal "fertility & sterility" found no effects of soy products or isoflavones on male sex hormones in men.

Question 2

will fermenttet soy in supplements or food cause /worsen gynecomastia, should i stay away from it?

Accepted Answer

Fermented soy: Fermented soy can cause or worsen gynecomastia.

Question 3

i am wondering what causes gynecomastia?

Accepted Answer

Many possible causes: This condition can arise on its own or can be secondary to certain drugs (ie marijuana and many prescription meds) and also can be secondary to hormonal problems that may signal a bigger issue, including endocrine tumors.  If you aren't simply overweight consider seeing your md. You need a testicular exam, review of your medications, and several blood tests that are not part of routine bloodwork.

Question 4

what causes are of temporary gynecomastia?

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The first thing that: Comes to mind is medications.

Question 5

are there foods i can stop eating to reduce my gynecomastia?

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No: Gynecomastia, enlargement of the male breast, is unrelated to food intake.  Enlargement of the female breast (sometimes referred to as "macromastia") may be related to weight gain, since the female breast often has a large component of fat.  In that case, the best way help to reduce breast size is to go on a weight-reduction diet.

Question 6

what type of food i can eat that reduces gynecomastia?

Accepted Answer

None : But avoiding estrogen-like compounds contained in soy, many herbs (called phytoestrogens) and food dyes (called xenoestrogens) may be helpful, although of  unproven benefit in preventing gynecomastia. Avoidance of marijuana may also decrease circulating estrogen like compounds.  Finally be sure your endocrine health is fine by checking with your doctor.

Question 7

for how long does gynecomastia caused by puberty last?

Accepted Answer

Time for a visit: Pubertal gynecomastia will occur in 1/3 to 1/2 of males ; generally last about a year before fading.Intensity varies from small lump to generous boobs.Overweight kids can appear to have it from just fat accumulation.If present after 3 years, surgical removal of the glandular tissue ; liposuction of any associated fatty tissue will do the job.

Question 8

i am 19 years of age male and have little gynecomastia. could this be caused by klinefelter's syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Among Many Causes: Klinefelters does cause some gynecomastia, along with many other symptoms related to sexual maturity.
Breast enlargement has many causes: medications (rx and otc), mj, alcohol, street drugs, soy food products, herbal products and cleansers, anabolic steroids, health conditions (small testes, tumors, diet), etc.
Mild gynecomastia can be normal during puberty and often resolves within 6 mo. To 2 yrs.

Question 9

is lexapro (escitalopram) known to cause gynecomastia?

Accepted Answer

Gynecomastia: Gynecomastia is usually related to major antipsychotic medications such as Risperidone, or others. It is unlikely that Escitalopram could cause such side effect.

Question 10

help docs! i'm trying to find out what causes gynecomastia in puberty?

Accepted Answer

Gynecomastia: 1/2 of males experience gynecomastia during puberty involving hormonal stimulation of tissue. Males make some estrogen and the target tissue of breast development can respond to small amounts before a males testosterone begins to dominate.It generally subsides over 6 mo to a year.Overweight kids can have a false  gynecomastia. Persistence for more than 2 yrs may require surgery for cosmetic outcom.

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