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I've been doing bodybuilding for 9 months. i can see that my nipple's area is puffy. is that due to fat? age is 25.

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Dr. David Bailie answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Supplements: If you are taking any supplements especially protein powders, you may be exposed to steroids as there is not government regulation of the supplement industry. Steroids lead to this - called gynecomastia.

Answered 9/28/2016

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