I agree with my colleagues below. I think that most all patients that have "chest fullness" have a component of by fatty tissue and glandular tissue. The glandular bud of tissue is usually more firm under the nipple, and the fatty tissue is softer. Sometimes it can be difficult to tell exactly what proportion a patient has until the tissue is removed at the time of surgery. In either case, in my opinion, the treatment is still surgery, so I would recommend getting evaluated by an experienced plastic surgeon that specializes in the treatment of gynecomastia and the male chest. I hope this is helpful. Good luck!
Thanks for your question. Sometimes this is hard to tell as frequently, there is a component of both which contributes to the heaviness of your chest. As someone experienced in treating patient with gynecomastia, I can determine this thru a physical exam. What I try and palpate is the gland. I try and determine its size and extent. I do this by rolling the tissue between my fingers. I have the patient flex his pectoralis muscle so I know that I am only palpating skin, fat, and gland. You can try this by pinching your abdominal area and rolling the tissue between your fingers. Grab it in different areas and get an idea of what fat feels like. Then do the same in your lateral chest below your armpit. Usually, there is fat in this area but rarely any gland. Then keeping marching slowly towards the nipple and slowly pinch and roll the tissue. At some point around the nipple, you should feel a slight change in how the tissue feels. You may even feel a small rubbery mass if the gland is prominent. Usually the gland is centered under the nipple. Regardless, if you have concern, seek consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in treating gynecomastia.
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