My case is kind of mild I guess.. I'm not even sure it's Gynecomastia.. What makes things worse is that I'm skinny.. Anyways, It embarrasses me.. Makes me feel uncomfortable while wearing T-shirts as it ruins the look of my upper body.. I can't have a surgery as I can't afford it.. I hope that my case has a solution other than surgery.. Thanks.
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March 4, 2013
Answer: Gynecomastia is not the product of excess masturbation unless manipulation of the nipples is part of the ritual.
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