Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Causes Excessive Weight Gain And Pubertal Gynecomastia In A Child?
My 15 year old son has recently gained a large amount of weight (35 pounds in a year....10 of those in last month). He also has developed breasts. I have been reading about Pubertal Gynecomastia. What is best route to get diagnosed, other than bloodwork?
Fri, 12 May 2017
Hi welcome to the health care magic
Diagnosis of gynecomastia includes physical examination and mammography or USG like investigation..
If needed FNAC can be done for that
High estrogen is the cause for gynecomastia
Liver disorders, malnutrition, thyroid issues, testicular problems etc are associated with gynecomastia
Hence kindly get checked your child breast tissue by nearby surgeon and then if needed further work up planned
Hope your concern solved
Take care
Diagnosis of gynecomastia includes physical examination and mammography or USG like investigation..
If needed FNAC can be done for that
High estrogen is the cause for gynecomastia
Liver disorders, malnutrition, thyroid issues, testicular problems etc are associated with gynecomastia
Hence kindly get checked your child breast tissue by nearby surgeon and then if needed further work up planned
Hope your concern solved
Take care
I find this answer helpful
1 Doctor agrees with this answer
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....