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My son is 17 years and his breast has been growing on one side only, there is no pain, should i be worried about it?

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Dr. Steven Hebert answered

Gynecomastia: This is usually a benign condition. See a surgeon to remove this tissue if he finds it bothersome.

Dr Friedlander agreed

Answered 1/4/2014

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A member asked:

My son is 17 years and his breast has been growing on one side only, there is no pain, should i be worried about it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Steven Hebert answered

Dr Friedlander agreed

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