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Why do i have man boobs even though i'm not fat?

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Dr. Quang Nguyen answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Many causes: There are many causes for this. Some of these are serious conditions that need to be evaluated and treated accordingly. These causes include: malnutrition, alcoholism, liver problems, drugs (legal and illegal) side effects (spironolactone, aids meds, marijuana, amphetamines, ), prolactin overproduction, low testosterone, kidney failure, thyroid problems....

Answered 6/6/2012

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Drugs/alcohol/none?: Multiple reasons. Usually some medications, drugs, alcohol are behind this issue but it may present without any particular cause.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Not uncommon: Many patients with gynecomastia are not overweight. It's caused by a hormonal imbalance usually. Many young men have a mild case of gynecomastia, with only puffy nipples. Others have a more serious case. Most require surgery for correction, even mild puffy nipples. See my webinar on youtube - search dr. George pope. Or visit www.Gynecomastia.Org, a great forum.

Answered 10/4/2016

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