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Gynecomastia

We specialize in breast augmentation, breast reduction, tummy tuck, and more. We are located in Roslyn Heights, NY, Long Island, New York. Call us to book your appointment today.

Gynecomastia

Gynecomastia services offered in Long Island and Roslyn Heights, NY

Gynecomastia is a non-cancerous condition that causes the breasts of males to enlarge due to an imbalance of hormones

We are located in Roslyn Heights, Long Island, New York.

    • Symptoms
      Breasts may appear larger than normal, feel sore, or the nipples may appear swollen. One or both breasts may be affected. 
       
       
    • Causes
      Gynecomastia can occur due to a number of reasons, including: 
       
       
        • Hormonal changes during puberty, adolescence, or old age 
           
           
        • Certain medications, such as cimetidine, digoxin, finasteride, ketoconazole, spironolactone, thiazides, phenothiazines, theophylline, methotrexate, and imatinib 
           
           
       
    • Obesity 
       
       
    • Steroid use 
       
       
    • Medical conditions such as hypogonadism, liver failure, and kidney failure 
       
    • Medical conditions like hypogonadism, liver failure, kidney failure.
 
 
Psychological impact
Gynecomastia can cause psychological distress or unease due to social stigma. 
 
 
Treatment:
  • Observation
  • Treatment of the undelying cause
  • Liposuction
  • Surgical excision
  • Combination of liposuction and surgical excision
Gynecomastia is often confused with pseudo-gynaecomastia, which is an excess of adipose tissue