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[Puberal gynecomastia].

M Hernández-Valdés, E Sumano-Avendaño, F Fernández-Paredes

    Boletin Medico Del Hospital Infantil De Mexico
    |March 1, 1989
    PubMed
    Summary

    Pubertal gynecomastia in adolescents often resolves naturally within two years. Early assessment of symptom duration and emotional impact aids treatment decisions for this common condition.

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    Area of Science:

    • Adolescent Medicine
    • Endocrinology
    • Pediatric Surgery

    Context:

    • Pubertal gynecomastia is a common condition in adolescent males.
    • Evaluation of 46 patients over ten years at an Adolescent Medicine Department.
    • Many patients (47%) presented within six months of symptom onset.

    Purpose:

    • To assess the clinical evaluation and treatment outcomes for pubertal gynecomastia.
    • To analyze the relationship between presentation factors and treatment results.
    • To inform treatment decisions based on clinical assessment.

    Summary:

    • 46 adolescent patients with pubertal gynecomastia were evaluated.
    • 59% were in Tanner stages II-III; 26% experienced emotional distress.
    • Two-year follow-up showed 43% remission, 28% surgical treatment, 28% lost to follow-up.

    Impact:

    • Highlights the high remission rate of pubertal gynecomastia.
    • Emphasizes the importance of considering symptom duration and emotional impact.
    • Provides data for optimizing management strategies in adolescent gynecomastia.

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