I've had gynecomastia for just over a year on the left side of my chest. Initially it was a hard lump which went away but now there's just a mass of soft tissue left underneath my nipple(not too large, only just protruding through my chest). Is there a chance this mass will completely disappear at my age or will I need surgery? I had gynecomastia before when I was about 15 and it went away completely on the left side then came back. It has persisted on my right side though greatly reduced.
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February 12, 2017
Answer: Will my Gynecomastia go away at 19 years old?
While I understand that you want immediate solution, take note that waiting at least six months (or until all the residual swelling has resolved and the skin has fully redraped to the final contour) is the best way to achieve predictable results from a revision surgery.
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