Benign disorders of the male breast

David Webster
In: World Journal of Surgery · 1989 · vol. 13(6) , pp. 726–730 · doi:10.1007/bf01658422 · PMID:2696226 · W2088073931
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Gynecomastia is the primary concern for benign male breast conditions, with other diseases being rare but similar to female breast pathology.

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Gynecomastia is the dominating problem of the male breast. Other diseases are rare but mimic the same conditions in women. Gynecomastia may occur at any age either as a primary event, when it is due to a minor hormonal imbalance, or secondary to other pathology (e.g., liver failure) or drugs. Treatment consists of assessment of cause and reassurance. In a minority of patients, treatment with drugs--such as danazol--or surgical resection is indicated.

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