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I'm 16 and a boy, i had chest fat since i was 8-9 yrs old started puberty at 11, now i lost 26 pounds i'm about 5'5 139 lbs i still got boobs, why?
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See MD: Are you on any medications? Have you been ill? When did you begin changes of puberty? Any family history of enlarged male breasts? If healthy, may exercise, specifically directed to chest, breasts, arms. Be patient. I also suggest you see your physician to get a good general physical
Answered 5/17/2015
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