Gynecomastia is divided into “true gynecomastia” and “pseudogynecomastia” according to mammary gland development.
Among them, I will explain how to self-diagnose gynecomastia with developed mammary glands.
Gynecomastia literally means, that a man’s breasts have the same shape as a woman’s.
Male chest have a relatively flat appearance with skin, fats, and muscles.
On the other hand, women’s breasts have a plump appearance due to the glandular tissue that has developed in that area.
You can check whether there is a tightly held mammary gland tissue under the areola.
Of course, normal men also have traces of mammary glands.
However, since they are usually less than 1 inch in size and weigh around 5 grams,
they are difficult to hold with your fingers.
However, if the mammary gland is large enough to be palpable,
and softer fat is accumulated around it,
true gynecomastia can be strongly suspected.
Ultrasound or mammography can be used for an accurate diagnosis,
but an experienced gynecomastia specialist can easily diagnose gynecomastia by touching it lightly.
And, you need to get a detailed consultation from a specialist on how to treat it.