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How long of a usage of lavender oil would cause gynecomastia? would discontinuation stop development?
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Lavender oil: Prolong use for 4-6 weeks weeks can produce gynecomastia. The condition is reversible once the oil is no longer used
Answered 9/11/2014
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Yes: Lavender oil contain some compounds which suppresses male hormones and mimics female hormones which causes gynecomastia in males, Research has shown that this condition would resolve after discontinuation
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