Im pretty active so I'm not fat. I've had this problem since middle school and I'm 19 now. So about 7 or 8 years. As you can see from the photos it doesn't look like its getting any better. The only time they don't look so bad is when its cold out. Any answers will be much appreciated, thanks
November 4, 2015
Answer: Puffy Nipples Thank you for your question. Given the timing of your problem - and its duration - it appears as though you have a mild case of gynecomastia. Gynecomastia is when males form breast tissue - it can present directly behind the nipple areola complex (which it looks like in your case), or can actually encompass the entire breast. Although there can be other causes of gynecomastia, including precocious puberty, hormonal imbalances, medication-induced, etc., most cases are idopathic - meaning, we're not quite sure why they happen. Your likely best bet would be to see a Plastic Surgeon for a full head-to-toe examination, and to see what your options are. Given your body frame, and the relative lack of breast tissue, this tissue may be able to be liposuctioned - or, if it's too fibrous, it can be directly removed though a semi periareolar incision. Best of luck!
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November 4, 2015
Answer: Puffy Nipples Thank you for your question. Given the timing of your problem - and its duration - it appears as though you have a mild case of gynecomastia. Gynecomastia is when males form breast tissue - it can present directly behind the nipple areola complex (which it looks like in your case), or can actually encompass the entire breast. Although there can be other causes of gynecomastia, including precocious puberty, hormonal imbalances, medication-induced, etc., most cases are idopathic - meaning, we're not quite sure why they happen. Your likely best bet would be to see a Plastic Surgeon for a full head-to-toe examination, and to see what your options are. Given your body frame, and the relative lack of breast tissue, this tissue may be able to be liposuctioned - or, if it's too fibrous, it can be directly removed though a semi periareolar incision. Best of luck!
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