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Does gynecomastia effect height if im a teenager?

Q: does gynecomastia effect height if im a teenager?

: No, gynecomastia is very common during adolescence while still growing &amp; should not affect height. It does occur more often when someone is overweight but can occur even without that.

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

No, gynecomastia is very common during adolescence while still growing & should not affect height. It does occur more often when someone is overweight but can occur even without that.

Answered 8/20/2021

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A member asked:

Does gynecomastia effect height if im a teenager?

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