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What is cure for man-boobs? my son is 16. he is embarrassed to put on tshirts. he wears loose shirts. how can i help him. what doctor to see if need?
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Hopefully temporary: A primary care doctor or a pediatrician can help make sure nothing unusual is going on, such as hormonal imbalances. Avoid carbs (sugar and simple starches) because they increase chubbiness. Losing weight sometimes helps, and means eating fewer calories than one's body needs to burn each day. (Not in this case, but marijuana use and excess alcohol drinking have been reported to lead to man-boobs.)
Answered 7/18/2016
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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.
Answered 7/18/2016
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