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I'm 17 and i think i have a condition called gynaecosmatia and it's making me very self conscious and it's affecting my eating i need some advice onit?

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Happens to Teenagers: Gynecomastia is not uncommon as you go through puberty. It is relatively harmless except when the breasts become tender. If it bothers you too much, go see a Breast Specialist(surgeon). There may may be a pill he can give you, or rarely, surgery may be advised. it all depends on shared decision between you and the surgeon who has experience in managing gynecomastia( ask this question to your docto

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Depends on the situa: Pubertal gynecomastia will occur in 1/3 to 1/2 of males & generally last about a year before fading.Up to 3 years is noted occasionally before disappearing. Overweight kids can appear to have it from just fat accumulation.If present after 3 years, surgical removal of the glandular tissue & liposuction of any associated fatty tissue will do the job.

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