Gynecomastia

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Also known as:  Gynaecomastia

 

Description

Gynecomastia is a condition involving female-like enlargement of the male Breasts.

 

These Substances may Cause Gynecomastia

Hormones

 Excessive production of Estradiol in males may cause Gynecomastia.

 Excessive Prolactin production in males may cause Gynecomastia.

 

Prescribed Medications

 Prolonged usage of Anabolic-Androgenic Steroids (A-ASs) may cause Gynecomastia (female-like enlargement of the male Breasts) - this effect occurs as a result of some of the A-ASs being metabolized to Estradiol and is not reversible upon cessation of A-ASs usage.

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