Does male masturbation has an effect with your hormones? (photo)

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I'm 17, and I do it a lot, BUT, I have Gynecomastia and I have read that it can be related withhaving low hormones. I do it every day since 13. Would that make Gynecomastia go away??.

Joel Patrick Maier, MD · Answer

Masturbation has nothing to do with
your gynecomastia.  If that were the case, we would all have gynecomastia.
Having said that, if your gynecomastia persists after 1-2 years, it is unlikely
to resolve on its own and you would benefit by resection of the gland. This is
a surgery that is relatively minor with minimal down time. Make sure you seek a
plastic surgeon that has experience in this area, as a good result requires finesse
and experience. Good luck and thanks for sharing.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photographs.  Masturbation does not affect your hormone levels to either cause, or resolve, gynecomastia.  Gynecomastia in teenage males is quite common, and tends to regress spontaneously with time.  Though most cases are due to unknown reasons, your primary doctor can help work up possible causes for your own reassurance.  If after 12-18 months, the gynecomastia persists, various surgical options are available to improve the appearance. Hope that this helps.

Babak Dadvand, MD · Answer

Hi Luis,Thanks for the post and the photos. Rest assured, masturbating will not have any effect on your hormones or gynecomastia. In fact most patients with gynecomastia have normal hormone levels. Sincerely,Dr. Dadvand

John Dean, MD · Answer

There is no relationship between any sexual activity and gynecomastia being caused nor improved.  Hormone levels in those with gynecomastia are usually normal also.

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