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[Bilateral galactocele in an infant].
Archives Francaises De Pediatrie
|March 1, 1984
Summary
A rare case of bilateral mammary gland swelling in an infant male, diagnosed as galactocele, was successfully treated with simple puncture. This condition, a milk-filled cyst, is a potential cause of infantile gynecomastia in males.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Neonatology
- Endocrinology
Background:
- Galactocele, a milk-filled mammary gland cyst, can occur in neonates and infants.
- While often linked to neonatal genital crisis, it may manifest later.
- This condition is rarely documented, particularly in males.
Observation:
- A 2-month-old male infant presented with bilateral mammary gland swelling.
- The swelling was diagnosed as a galactocele.
Findings:
- The galactocele in the infant resolved completely after a simple puncture procedure.
- This case highlights galactocele as a treatable cause of infant breast enlargement.
Implications:
- Galactocele should be considered in the differential diagnosis of infantile gynecomastia.
- Simple puncture offers an effective treatment for this rare condition in male infants.
- Further research may elucidate the specific mechanisms and prevalence in males.