Gynaecomastia

Gynaecomastia refers to the enlargement of breasts in males. It is the most common breast condition in males affecting at least 30% of men in their lifetime.

Most of the cases of gynaecomastia are physiological and resolve on their own by the age of 19 years. It shows three age peaks during a male's lifespan: infancy, puberty, and adulthood. It can be a sign of underlying medical condition also such as tumors, end stage kidney disease, liver disease, thyrotoxicosis, obesity and infertility. 

Early diagnostic evaluation is very necessary to overcome anxiety, psychological discomfort, and fear of breast cancer. As it is medically harmless, simple reassurance helps in managing the condition. The other treatment approaches include medications and surgery to remove breast (mastectomy).

Male breast cancer is rare and gynaecomastia should not be considered a precancerous condition.