Gynaecomastica Flashcards
1
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What is gynaecomastica?
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A (usually benign) condition in which males develop breast tissue due to an imbalanced ratio of oestrogen and androgen activity.
2
Q
In what percentage of cases can breast cancer develop?
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About 1% of cases.
3
Q
What proportion of men experience gynaecomastica in their lifetime?
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A third of men experiencing gynaecomastia in their lifetime. But it’s usually entirely reversible.
4
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What is physiological gynaecomastica?
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