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Gynecomastia Talk / Re: I am new here

« Last post by Ironmaiden3122 on Today at 12:35:58 PM »

...Now that I am getting older, I feel like I can't just ignore this anymore and am thinking about surgery options.  ...

If you're still kicking around the idea of surgery, I'll be happy to give you some support.

Your post could have been written by me. We had the same experience. I had the surgery at age 57. It's been over 5 years and I feel that it's the best decision I ever made in terms of my own personal happiness.

Thanks!  That is great to hear and  Congratulations!    I have no consulted any doctors yet so I still have some thinking to do.  THere is a surgery that is kind of an all in one that will fix the love handles and the boobs in one shot.  But what I am hearing is that there is a risk involved.  If you gain a lot of weight then I heard something about how it pushes the excess closer to your organs or something like that.  That is what scares me but at the same time, putting on a ton of weight is not an option for me because I am susceptible for fatty liver so I need to maintain a certain weight.  The irony is that it is the love handles themsevles that have made me susceptible to the fatty liver.  I will have to see what my doctor says, but I am not too comfortable talking about this with my doctor.  

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Gynecomastia Talk / Re: Nipple Itching and Pain due Dutasteride

« Last post by WPW717 on Yesterday at 07:37:17 PM »

Tamoxifen will not work once the glands are developed. Good that you on it early. 

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Gynecomastia Talk / Re: Doctor's visit update. or: Why we still cant get people to grasp this

« Last post by WPW717 on Yesterday at 07:33:44 PM »

Sounds like the crappy healthcare system you described is at it again. 

Ran into the same stuff in WA State, so I left. A few other reasons are in the mix. 
I landed on a sweet spot here in Tennessee. They listen & have investigated the proper plan to treat this MEN Syndrome. The resultant gyne is a non issue. When asked if it’s bothering me & do I want to treat it, I responded with. No ! That was the end of it. GP said with the CHEK 2 gene mutation she would like a new mammogram because the last one was  almost 4 years ago. Should have been 2 but the radiologist in WA cancelled it and ‘ said not needed. ‘ The pharmacist wouldn’t fill the prescription for osteoporosis  he didn’t  agree with the doc on the treatment.

I am wondering if if you should get your care out of state. Is this an employer plan  ??

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Gynecomastia Talk / Nipple Itching and Pain due Dutasteride

« Last post by mike854 on Yesterday at 05:29:22 PM »

Hello everyone,

I have been following this forum for some time, and I would like to share my situation.
From the last week until today, I have been feeling some itching behind my nipple, and some pain during the night. I previously had a small gyno from puberty, but it was almost invisible and did not itched. From 1 year to now, I've began to take Dutasteride 0.5mg to hair loss, and also began working out seriously in the gym, gaining a good muscle mass and also losing some weight.

I have done some blood tests and Im Testosterone ~800points, E2 ~55points and prolactine 8points. The point is that, even though Im in a good shape and health, Dutasteride seems to be lowering my DHT to a point it cannot "protect" the glandular tissue from growing. Although my Testo is high, seems like it can be aromatizing more to E2 than to DHT. Combining this with losing weight and gaining pec mass, which helps to "project" the tissue.
I had a sports shirt that was pretty tight, and now it really marks my nips.

So, some days after I start feeling the itching, I started taking Tamoxifen 20mg to revert the newly grown tissue, as is mostly recent from the last year. The problem is that, I'm having a really bad bring fog. It really confuses my memory in some moments and Im on the 3rd day, Lol. So, Im thinking about lowering it to 10mg to help lowering the dizziness. Other point, I will lower dutasteride dose to one day yes, one day no, until I get a new medical receipt to lower a bit the dose, or switch to topical. I also may mark a consultation with my Sports Medic to take a look into the situation. 

I hope as it is a newly growing gland, it may be reversed to the point it was ~1 year before, barely noticeable, by taking Tamoxifen and rising moderately my DHT. Please let me know if anyone had some similar experiences, or strategies for taking Tamoxifen.

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Gynecomastia Talk / Re: Doctor's visit update. or: Why we still cant get people to grasp this

« Last post by Dudewithboobs on Yesterday at 10:49:17 AM »

I’m of the belief doctors do what makes sense more than what may not. To them men presenting clear and present breast growth minor or major developments and even when wearing a bra that indicates they clearly are aware and accept it. Will still push for information to be given about surgery and medication to try and reduce or mitigate. Contrary to the patient not asking which I assume they think a patient may be embarrassed to bring it up. So the dr does. Or at least give them the idea that it’s an option. 

I believe drs go off their textbooks more than the patient to patient care. Not all patients are the same or want the same pathway. And it’s a shame when one especially if one you may see regularly ignores prior notes and pushes an idea or option that isn’t wanted or of interest. 

I’m glad you’re in good health though and the visit itself regarding results showed now signs of concern 

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Gynecomastia Talk / Doctor's visit update. or: Why we still cant get people to grasp this

« Last post by taxmapper on Yesterday at 09:48:18 AM »

So.  Approximately three or four weeks ago I saw my endo., who again pushed the idea or surgery, drugs, blah blah blah over the breasts. She examined them and the look on her face when the bra came off was, "holy shit..." 

She then sent me for a second mammogram and ultrasound. This time around I actually got the US.  The initial mamm. was fine, not too much pressure and the girl doing the scan I could tell was not overly enthusiastic over touching me.  I get it. I didnt push anything or say anything. After a few min. she started to realize I wasnt going to hit on her or ask for numbers. 

After a short time I was sent in for the US. That went fine, and the doctor who examined the images came in. A lady about 10 years ahead of me, she asked me the usual and customary.. you know about gyne...?  thing.   

She did however put a note into the charts that bothered me. She wanted to discuss the situation about poss. medication involvement and the changing of the medication and adding in a breast reduction type medication. Of which I then told her that the breast growth pre-dated my spiro use by years. 

She seemed intent on getting me to go the 'surgery route." That I told her I was not interested in. 

But on a more positive note, this latest scan solidly vindicates what i told alot of folk around me that this was happening: 



#2590477 - DIGITAL BILAT DIAGNOSTIC MAMMO WITH CAD
#2590478 - US BREAST BILATERAL LIMITED

MALE BILATERAL DIGITAL DIAGNOSTIC MAMMOGRAM WITH CAD: 8/7/2026

CLINICAL: Increased breast size bilaterally in the last 6 months Palpable lump right breast.
Palpable lump left breast. Subareolar.

COMPARISONS: Comparison is made to exam dated: 2/11/2025 mammogram - High Resolution Rust.

TECHNIQUE: Current study was also evaluated with a Computer Aided Detection (CAD) system.

BREAST TISSUE DENSITY: The breasts are heterogeneously dense, which may obscure small masses.


FINDINGS: There is a 9.5 cm irregular equal density asymmetry with an indistinct margin in the
right breast central to the nipple middle depth. This is increased in size and correlates with
area of clinical concern.
There is a 9 cm irregular equal density asymmetry with an indistinct margin in the left breast
central to the nipple anterior depth. This is increased in size and correlates with area of
clinical concern.
No other significant masses, vascular calcifications, or microcalcifications are seen in either
breast.


IMPRESSION: BENIGN
The 9.5 cm irregular equal density asymmetry in the right breast central to the nipple middle
depth is consistent with fibroglandular tissue and is indeterminate. An ultrasound is
recommended.
The 9 cm irregular equal density asymmetry in the left breast central to the nipple anterior
depth is consistent with fibroglandular tissue and is indeterminate. An ultrasound is
recommended.



LIMITED ULTRASOUND OF BOTH BREASTS: 8/7/2026

COMPARISONS: Comparison is made to exam dated: 2/11/2025 mammogram - High Resolution Rust.

TECHNIQUE: Color flow and real-time ultrasound of both breasts retroareolar were performed on
the areas of interest. Gray scale images of the real-time examination were reviewed.
Ultrasound elastography evaluation was performed on the lesions in both breasts.

FINDINGS: No masses seen. Breast tissue is seen suggesting gynecomastia.

Findings discussed with the patient by"X"


IMPRESSION: BENIGN
No masses seen. Breast tissue is seen suggesting gynecomastia. Recommend clinical follow-
up and correlation with possible side effect of current prescription and over the counter
medications.

There is no sonographic evidence of malignancy.

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Gynecomastia Talk / Re: I am new here

« Last post by FredL on August 09, 2026, 10:39:57 AM »

...Now that I am getting older, I feel like I can't just ignore this anymore and am thinking about surgery options.  ...

If you're still kicking around the idea of surgery, I'll be happy to give you some support.

Your post could have been written by me. We had the same experience. I had the surgery at age 57. It's been over 5 years and I feel that it's the best decision I ever made in terms of my own personal happiness.

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Photos / Re: What I'm Wearing Today

« Last post by AlfaQ on August 08, 2026, 09:19:31 AM »

Cotton pique polo shirts are great at disguising lace bras while keeping you cool and comfortable.  Not a fan of molded bras in this weather.  

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Gynecomastia Talk / Re: I am new here

« Last post by Ironmaiden3122 on August 06, 2026, 11:19:15 AM »

Welcome, Iron. It takes courage to share something so personal. You're not alone, many people here understand what you're going through. I hope this community helps you feel supported as you learn more about your options and move forward.

thanks!  I already feel supported.  YOu people are amazing!  

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Gynecomastia Talk / Re: I am new here

« Last post by Sarahgyne on August 06, 2026, 03:34:34 AM »

Welcome, Iron. It takes courage to share something so personal. You're not alone, many people here understand what you're going through. I hope this community helps you feel supported as you learn more about your options and move forward.