Gynocomastia on right side only.

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I have gynocomastia since i was 15 . Now i am 18 years n i am 51 kg , my hight is 168cm. At start right side is little bigger than left but now right is auper bigger than left. Its aoo embarresing. But i am still going to swimming pool with friends n shown on public. It is still.growing. Im afraid that it will grown bigger n bigger what can i do ??? Doctor always told me that wait until 20 i cant wait till that.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

Breast #asymmetry is the condition when both breasts are not equal in size. In men, gynecomastia can include only one or both breasts. #Unilateral gynecomastia occurs when only one breast is larger due to gynecomastia, while the other breast is typically normal in both size and shape. #Bilateral asymmetry occurs when gynecomastia is present in both breasts, although each to a different degree. The amount of glandular tissue can affect the size, shape, and location on the chest wall of the enlarged area, the size of the areolas, and protrusion and diameter of the nipples.

Unequal or unilateral gynecomastia is not an uncommon condition. It is more significant when there are very noticeable differences between the two breasts. Usually, the degree of difference between the two breasts is not severe. Through a study of his patients, however, more than 80% of male breasts are not symmetrical, but the severity varies greatly from patient to patient. Patients should take this into consideration while examining their chests prior to surgery.In addition to correcting the difference between breast sizes, the #areola often shrinks when #gynecomastia excision is performed. In more pronounced cases, the areola may even be larger. When the glandular tissue is removed, the areola #symmetry may improve.The conditions that make up #asymmetry can often be corrected to some degree. It is very individual and varies for each patient. Every prospective surgical candidate should discuss this condition with an experienced plastic surgeon prior to surgery. The plastic surgeon’s role is to educate each individual patient as to the possible degree of improvement that can be realistically achieved in his particular case.

Ajaya Kashyap, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.One sided Gynecomastia is certainly not uncommon but other problems may need to be ruled out. Please see an experienced Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who can help you with this issue. Gynecomastia can easily be taken care of surgically but there is no hurry. Other problems, if present may need to be taken care of by your surgeon.All The Best!

Karthik Ram, MRCS, DNB · Answer

Hi Marichman,Having a chest enlargement on one side alone is not unusual.the only indication as far as gynaecomastia surgery is concerned is if you are worried about the shape and 18 years is a good age to get it corrected if you are really concerened

David F. Pratt, MD · Answer

I have certainly seen cases of unilateral gynecomastia, but it ismuch more common to see bilateral male breast enlargement, with one side biggerthan the other.   Most likely, this is the case with you.  If you have had thiscondition for 3 years, you will likely require surgery to correct it.

Adam L. Basner, MD · Answer

Gynecomastia can occur on one side only.  An experienced plastic surgeon can determine if you can have a procedure to address it now or wait.

Gynocomastia on right side only.

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