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Managing Gynecomastia
What is Gynecomastia? With gynecomastia many instances go unreported due to the sensitive nature of this generally negatively viewed medical issue. It is something that can affect most all aspects of one’s daily life. It can affect you in the workplace, at social gatherings or even in the privacy of one’s own home. Here we are going to talk about managing and treating gynecomastia. Lets start with what is gynecomastia? You have probably heard this disorder mentioned before, albeit in... -
Pseudogynecomastia or Gynecomastia?
By definition, something that is "pseudo" is fake, unreal or deceptive in its appearance, but there is nothing false or spurious about pseudogynecomastia. Like gynecomastia, this form of male breast enlargement is a tangible issue with concrete, physical symptoms. Its ability to negatively impact a man's body image and self-esteem is also equally real. What defines these two medical conditions? What treatments can doctors offer to men struggling with them? If you are one of the many men confronted with... -
Ten Style Tips to Help Hide Gynecomastia
Gynecomastia, or man boobs for short, can put a drag on your personal style and your confidence. If you have ever felt insecure about the way your chest looks, you've probably wondered how to hide gynecomastia without anyone knowing. One option is surgery, but that's both expensive and time consuming. A simpler and quicker option is to hide your man boobs with smart clothing choices. Here are 10 style tips that can help you get that flattening effect without gynecomastia... -
Hiding Puffy Nipple Appearance Without Surgery
Some men experience unwanted, excessive breast tissue as a result of gynecomastia. Large male breasts are a common condition among men. As a result, many find themselves feeling insecure about their appearance. If you’re among them, you have probably tried everything to flatten your chest. Typically, gynecomastia causes the chest area to look lop-sided and top-heavy. Additionally, some men struggle with the puffy nipple appearance that results from gynecomastia. Many men seek male breast reduction and nipple flattening surgeries to... -
What Causes Gynecomastia?
Gynecomastia is a condition that causes a great deal of emotional stress for men because of the impact that it has on their physical appearance. Some men develop enlarged male breast tissue and puffy nipples. Hence it's nickname, man boobs or moobs. The puffy nipple appearance can often be the most alarming. Gynecomastia can be seen through form-fitting clothing or during times when a man may want to take his shirt off, such as when he is at the gym...