A member asked:
i'm a guy 18, 6'1 tall , 167lbs, i think i might have gyno beacuase of my puffy nipples. my nipples burn when a cold breeze hits them or i'm at beach?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. James Eitner answered
Family Medicine 34 years experience
Possible: Your puffy nipples could be a form of gynecomastia or swollen due to irritation. In the first case, having them raised up, could make them more sensitive. In the second case, your nipples may be more sensitive, causing the body to react by swelling. There are many causes, so an evaluation by your doctor may help determine the problem.
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Dr. George Pope answered
Plastic Surgery 40 years experience
Probably gynecomasti: Many young men have a mild case of gynecomastia, with only puffy nipples. Others have a more serious case. Most require surgery for correction, even mild puffy nipples. See my webinar on youtube - search dr. George pope. Or visit www.Gynecomastia.Org, a great forum.
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Dr. Liuska Pesce commented
Pediatric Endocrinology 23 years experience
Most young men have gynecomastia early in puberty, which usually resolves. If concerned, may be better to see your doctor, to determine severity and get furtehr recommendations for evaluation. If you are done with puberty, additional evaluatio may be needed prior to correction
Feb 15, 2013
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