How To Treat Gynocomastia (Gyno) in Males

[TG1]

Everything you need to know about gynocomastia.

Gynecomastia is a medical condition characterized by the enlargement of breast tissue in males. It occurs when there is an imbalance in the hormones estrogen and testosterone, resulting in the development of excess breast tissue. While it is not typically a serious medical concern, gynecomastia can cause physical discomfort, psychological distress, and affect self-esteem.

There are various factors that can contribute to the development of gynecomastia, including:

• Hormonal Imbalance: Fluctuations in estrogen and testosterone levels, commonly occurring during puberty, aging, or as a result of certain medical conditions or medications, can lead to gynecomastia.
• Medications: Some medications, such as certain antidepressants, antipsychotics, anabolic steroids, and medications used to treat prostate conditions or cancer, may increase the risk of developing gynecomastia as a side effect.
• Health Conditions: Certain health conditions, such as hypogonadism (a condition where the body doesn’t produce enough testosterone), liver disease, kidney failure, and hyperthyroidism, can contribute to the development of gynecomastia.
• Lifestyle Factors: Factors such as excessive alcohol consumption, use of recreational drugs, and obesity may increase the risk of developing gynecomastia.

Gynecomastia can present as a firm or rubbery lump beneath the nipple area in one or both breasts. It may be accompanied by tenderness or pain in the affected area. Diagnosis of gynecomastia typically involves a physical examination, medical history review, and sometimes additional tests such as blood tests or imaging studies to rule out underlying medical conditions.

Treatment options for gynecomastia depend on the underlying cause, severity of symptoms, and individual preferences. In many cases, gynecomastia may resolve on its own without treatment, especially if it is related to hormonal changes during puberty. However, if gynecomastia persists or causes significant discomfort or distress, treatment options may include medications to adjust hormone levels, surgery to remove excess breast tissue, or liposuction to remove excess fat from the breast area.

Letrozole is an aromatase inhibitor commonly used to treat gynecomastia, a condition characterized by the development of breast tissue in males due to imbalances in estrogen and testosterone levels. The dosage of letrozole for gynecomastia treatment can vary depending on individual factors such as the severity of gynecomastia, the underlying cause, and the individual’s response to treatment. A common starting dose for letrozole in the treatment of gynecomastia is 2.5 mg taken orally once daily.

Many of the sponsors here will carry letrozole. I should point out that IMO its something to keep “on hand” so if you need it then its there. You’re not waiting for it.

I’ve seen doctors prescribe testosterone in an attempt to balance the hormones out and I’ve seen that fail as well. I’ve personally used letrozole in the past and later just got the surgery done to make it easier.

Anyone with experience in this as well, please comment in this thread what worked for you in dealing with it.

 

[TG1]

@Neuro @rnmuscle , we’ve had quite a few people searching for gyno on here so anything you all can add to this thread is appreciated!

 

[Poppy]

Thankfully I’ve never had it!!! I got some friends that do. Don’t know what they did.

I got some old pothead buddies in their 60’s and 70’s. Been smoking weed since they were young. They got some big ole man boobs.

 

[TG1]

I think there’s going to be a lot more cases with legalized weed all over now. That and alcohol I know hit a few of my friends as well.

 

[rnmuscle]

I heard it can be a complex surgery with lipo and removal of glands. A few hours. I’ve never had any signs. Actually, I have everything to battle it now. Older you get, the worse the cases, sometimes

 

[Neuro]

The important thing to start with is it may not just be estrogen that’s your problem. That leads to the second point that’s VERY important, get blood work done when signs/symptoms start so you know what’s out of whack here. And we don’t go blindly crushing out Estro without cause.

If you’re preemptively worried about Gyno as a new AAS user there’s a really easy way to avoid it but no one really likes it: you only take the highest dose of testosterone your body can handle that doesn’t require and ancillary use.

But if you’re heavy doser, and you can’t be swayed any other direction. Keep meds on hand but get blood work done before you start messing around.

 

[Neuro]

This randomly was on the bottom of my page and wanted to update.

In all honesty thought I had finally lost my battle and was going to have permanent small lumps formed.

I ran labs and estro was high. So I took 6.25xtane e3d for three doses (based off my knowledge of myself and how I respond) (on 700mg test e, 350 primo, 350 mast)

120mg raloxifene for 7 days. TBH this isn’t fun. Felt like absolute shit. Slept like shit. 14 days at 60 mg. 30 mg 7 days. Xtane as needed to keep estro down. And I have only the smallest little bump left. It seems that I caught it early enough before it was solid.

Your miles may vary.