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Question: I am a male and have large breasts. I am overweight but have always had a flabby chest area even when I was in shape. Was wondering what this could be due to?
Brief Answer:
Persistent pubertal gynecomastia could be the cause
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us
I am dr.kakkar (dermatologist). I have gone through your query and I have noted your concern.
I would keep a possibility of Persistent pubertal gynecomastia.
It is thought to be caused by an altered ratio of estrogens to androgens; either an increase in estrogen production, a decrease in androgen production, or a combination of these factors. This can occur because of expected hormonal changes during puberty. This condition may persist into adulthood.
Obesity can also be associated with increased peripheral conversion of androgens to estrogens and is associated with a higher prevalence of gynecomastia.
Regards
Persistent pubertal gynecomastia could be the cause
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us
I am dr.kakkar (dermatologist). I have gone through your query and I have noted your concern.
I would keep a possibility of Persistent pubertal gynecomastia.
It is thought to be caused by an altered ratio of estrogens to androgens; either an increase in estrogen production, a decrease in androgen production, or a combination of these factors. This can occur because of expected hormonal changes during puberty. This condition may persist into adulthood.
Obesity can also be associated with increased peripheral conversion of androgens to estrogens and is associated with a higher prevalence of gynecomastia.
Regards
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