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My son will be 17.he is lean and very active.his left breast bud has been inlarged for over almost 3 yrs.it has gotten bigger.why/when will it go away?

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May be a problem: Regular pubertal onset gynecomastia usually fades within the first year.Persistence after 3 years is likely to improve only with surgery. I would check with your pcp about local options & seek out a consultation. Removal of residual breast tissue and any supportive fat cells is usually done by a plastic surgeon.

Dr Livingston and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 2/20/2013

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