Author Topic: Do I need surgery?  (Read 1498 times)

Offline Palatial

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18, almost 6 2 and weigh about 168. Slightly dome shaped nipples. This is really startin' to stress me out. My dad is a former personal trainer/physical therapist and he said it's probably nothing to worry about though.
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Offline Litlriki

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Based on the one view you've provided, it appears that you have mild gynecomastia.  If the condition has been present for three years or longer, it's not likely to resolve on its own, in which case, you would need to correct it with surgery if you're so compelled.  The condition is not severe, so it's obviously up to you, based on how much the condition bothers you.

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Based on the one view you've provided, it appears that you have mild gynecomastia.  If the condition has been present for three years or longer, it's not likely to resolve on its own, in which case, you would need to correct it with surgery if you're so compelled.  The condition is not severe, so it's obviously up to you, based on how much the condition bothers you.

Rick Silverman

Will losing weight help at all Doc?

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Also, would you have an estimate on my body fat percentage?

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Losing weight won't have any significant impact on the appearance of your chest.  You would have to have your body fat measured for an accurate number, but I would guess that you're around 12 - 15 % based on your photograph only.  This is a very rough guess.

RS


 

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