Patient's question:
Recently, I noticed that my breasts seem to have developed, getting bigger and bigger, but I'm a man. It's summer now, and wearing thicker clothes can still hide it a bit. A few days ago, when I went swimming, my colleagues laughed at me so hard. They all asked if I was getting a sex change operation. I was strongly mocked, and it really made me upset.Doctor's answer:
Hello! There are several causes of gynecomastia in men. These include excessive estrogen or insufficient androgen. Additionally, pituitary adenomas, thyroid diseases, adrenal cortex diseases, testicular tumors, and liver diseases can all cause gynecomastia. Men taking estrogen due to prostate diseases may also develop breast enlargement. It is recommended to seek medical examination at a hospital as soon as possible to identify the underlying cause before starting treatment.