A 20-year-old male asked:
is there a non-surgical remedy for gynecomastia that i can do myself?
3 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Robert Kwok answered
Pediatrics 33 years experience
Treatment available: For men with gynecomastia, a doctor can evaluate and look for disorders that increase the amount of estrogen-type hormones in men, such as liver disease, alcohol use, marijuana use, obesity, etc... Sometimes gynecomastia happens without an obvious reason. Non-surgical treatments such as estrogen blockers (tamoxifen is one) have been tried with some success. An endocrinologist doctor may help.
6304 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Dr. Mario Diana answered
Plastic Surgery 30 years experience
No: There is not a home remedy for true gynecomastia. If the breasts have enlarged due to an increase in body weight and fat, then weight loss is the answer and it is controllable at home and self directed.
6054 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Dr. Richard Zienowicz answered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Possibly: Some gynecomastia is related principally to fat deposition in the breasts associated with being overweight. Getting back to ideal body weight in this case will reduce breast bulk.
5930 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:
Similar questions
A 26-year-old male asked:
Are there any new or up-and-coming non-surgical treatments for gynecomastia?
3 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Robert Kwok answered
Pediatrics 33 years experience
Estrogen blockers: Gynecomastia is breast tissue enlargement in men, and is due to the effects of estrogen hormones. A little male breast enlargement can be normal, especially in teenagers. A lot of breast enlargement would be a problem to be evaluated by a doctor. Medications (like tamoxifen) that block the production or the effects of estrogen can reverse some gynecomastia. An endocrinologist is the doctor to ask.
6308 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:
Last updated Oct 3, 2016
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
24/7 visits
$15 per month
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.