Patient's question:
Son is 13 years old today. He suddenly told me that there is a small hard lump a little below the left nipple. It doesn't hurt when pressed, and it feels like it's grown some flesh. Is there anything bad about this for the body? Should I go to the hospital for a thorough check-up? If it's serious, should it be removed?Desired help: Hello, what should I do if there are two small hard lumps under the boy's nipple?
Doctor's answer:
The boy's chest is a bit large, which is a physiological phenomenon during the puberty of boys. It often occurs again between the ages of 13 and 16, with an incidence rate of about 40% to 50%. It generally lasts for about a year, and for some people, it may persist for much longer. This physiological breast reduction is harmless to health and generally does not require any treatment. As the endocrine function gradually improves, it will naturally fade away.