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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Husnain Shaukat, M.D [2]
Overview
Gynecomastia must be differentiated from other diseases that cause breast enlargement in men. These diseases include pseudo gynecomastia, breast cancer, breast abscess, and lipoma.
Differentiating Gynecomastia from other Diseases
Gynecomastia can be differentiated from other pathologies by detailed history taking and physical examination.[1][2][3]
Differential Diagnosis | Differentiating Features |
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Gynecomastia | |
Pseudogynecomastia | |
Lipoma |
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Breast cancer |
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Sebaceous cyst |
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Mastitis |
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References
- ↑ Dickson G (2012). "Gynecomastia". Am Fam Physician. 85 (7): 716–22. PMID 22534349.
- ↑ Croes K, Baeyens W, Bruckers L, Den Hond E, Koppen G, Nelen V; et al. (2009). "Hormone levels and sexual development in Flemish adolescents residing in areas differing in pollution pressure". Int J Hyg Environ Health. 212 (6): 612–25. doi:10.1016/j.ijheh.2009.05.002. PMID 19546029.
- ↑ Laituri CA, Garey CL, Ostlie DJ, St Peter SD, Gittes GK, Snyder CL (2010). "Treatment of adolescent gynecomastia". J Pediatr Surg. 45 (3): 650–4. doi:10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2009.11.016. PMID 20223338.