I have been on propecia for 8 years, which I believe has slowed, though not stopped, my hair loss. Until recently the only side effects have been some hair loss on my lower legs. Just recently I've begun to develop gynecomastia. If I have corrective surgery but stay on propecia will it come back?
Answer: Concerns of Taking Propecia after Surgery With previous concerns of Propecia altering the estrogen/androgen ratio, this could definitely be something to worry about after a successful gynecomastia procedure. If your estrogen has been increased to this point due to the medication, thus causing the problem, it could surely cause a return later down the road. It certainly may not be immediate, but it would be something to discuss with your doctor before scheduling anything for certain.
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Answer: Concerns of Taking Propecia after Surgery With previous concerns of Propecia altering the estrogen/androgen ratio, this could definitely be something to worry about after a successful gynecomastia procedure. If your estrogen has been increased to this point due to the medication, thus causing the problem, it could surely cause a return later down the road. It certainly may not be immediate, but it would be something to discuss with your doctor before scheduling anything for certain.
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June 24, 2016
Answer: Gynecomastia and Propecia There have been lawsuits in the past regarding male breasts forming after taking Propecia, as it alters the estrogen/androgen ratio. Although it is a small percentage of men, it can happen as there is some breast tissue left for sculpting during male breast reduction. Be sure to see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who specializes in gynecomastia. Good luck!
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June 24, 2016
Answer: Gynecomastia and Propecia There have been lawsuits in the past regarding male breasts forming after taking Propecia, as it alters the estrogen/androgen ratio. Although it is a small percentage of men, it can happen as there is some breast tissue left for sculpting during male breast reduction. Be sure to see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who specializes in gynecomastia. Good luck!
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June 20, 2016
Answer: Will gynecomastia come back after surgery if I stay on Propecia? Thank you for the question. Unfortunately, it will not be possible to predict whether residual breast tissue will increase in size, if you remain on medication known to cause this problem. Remember, that gynecomastia surgery generally does not involve removal of all breast tissue; a small amount of breast tissue is left intact below the areola to prevent contour ("saucer") deformities. Optimally, it is best to avoid any type of medications or substances that can cause recurrence of gynecomastia, once you have chosen to proceed with gynecomastia surgery. Best wishes.
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June 20, 2016
Answer: Will gynecomastia come back after surgery if I stay on Propecia? Thank you for the question. Unfortunately, it will not be possible to predict whether residual breast tissue will increase in size, if you remain on medication known to cause this problem. Remember, that gynecomastia surgery generally does not involve removal of all breast tissue; a small amount of breast tissue is left intact below the areola to prevent contour ("saucer") deformities. Optimally, it is best to avoid any type of medications or substances that can cause recurrence of gynecomastia, once you have chosen to proceed with gynecomastia surgery. Best wishes.
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June 19, 2016
Answer: Will gynecomastia come back after surgery if I stay on Propecia? Thank you for your question and for sharing your photograph. Appropriate surgical correction of gynecomastia will prevent recurrence regardless of medication use. Be sure to see a board certified plastic surgeon in consultation to obtain the best treatment advice.
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June 19, 2016
Answer: Will gynecomastia come back after surgery if I stay on Propecia? Thank you for your question and for sharing your photograph. Appropriate surgical correction of gynecomastia will prevent recurrence regardless of medication use. Be sure to see a board certified plastic surgeon in consultation to obtain the best treatment advice.
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June 21, 2016
Answer: Propecia and gynecomastia Use of propecia can be associated with gynecomastia formation even though the incidence is low. With a typical gynecomastia procedure you leave behind a small amount of fibroglandular tissue underneath the nipple-areolar complex to prevent a contour deformity. This tissue theoretically could grow despite having surgery, although the chance is fairly low. Meet with a plastic surgeon and discuss the situation. Good luck!Timothy A. Janiga MD, FACS
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June 21, 2016
Answer: Propecia and gynecomastia Use of propecia can be associated with gynecomastia formation even though the incidence is low. With a typical gynecomastia procedure you leave behind a small amount of fibroglandular tissue underneath the nipple-areolar complex to prevent a contour deformity. This tissue theoretically could grow despite having surgery, although the chance is fairly low. Meet with a plastic surgeon and discuss the situation. Good luck!Timothy A. Janiga MD, FACS
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