Gynecomastia Is Overdevelopment Of The Male Breast. In response to too much estrogen (a female hormone) or too little testosterone (a male hormone), the glandular tissue of the breast swells and forms a breast bud (enlarged breast). What Are The Symptoms Of Gynecomastia? Women and young men with gynecomastia may also experience rubbery or firm breasts in addition to enlarged breasts. On one or both sides of the breast, boys may have a breast bud about the size of a nickel or quarter. Adolescent boys often develop breast buds during puberty. Usually, they go away within the first year, but may last for up to two years. What Causes Gynecomastia? In newborns, gynecomastia is caused by estrogen from the mother. Breast buds are common in baby boys. Breast buds tend to go away gradually by 6 months of age, but they can last longer in some babies. In preteen boys, breast buds are common during puberty. The buds may last up to 2 years, but they tend to go away within the first year. Gyne...
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