Gynecomastia is a male breast disorder that affects 65% to 70% of males worldwide, young and old. It is the proliferation of breast glandular and may be accompanied by fatty tissue [1].
This medical condition, which can affect male breasts bilaterally or unilaterally, is generally caused by hormonal imbalances.
As gynecomastia generally cannot be hidden under clothing, it can bring about p
Do you feel helpless and desperate because you are unsure what to do? Botched gynecomastia surgery is not uncommon.
Lately, a question often asked, which begets a scratch on the head, was…"I read about scarless gynecomastia surgery online; can you do that? Can you guarantee that there will not be any scars after the surgery?"
It's common to feel lost. When facing gynecomastia, many men aren't sure where to turn for trustworthy help. Many gynecomastia sufferers spend years gathering information online or from friends, unsure where to find a gyno doctor who truly understands.
At Amaris B. Clinic, we get it. With decades of dedicated research and treatment, we know that this condition is a genuine medical issue that e
SINGAPORE, March 2025 — Gynecomastia, the development of excess male breast tissue disorder, is far more common than reported, yet it remains a misunderstood medical condition that is surrounded by stigma and misconceptions. One of the biggest myths in Singapore is that this enlarged male breast condition affects a particular racial group more than other ethnic groups.
Gynecomastia Transcends B
The insurance company's evaluation, the patient's policy type & the clinical condition determine the coverage amount & whether gyno surgery will be covered.
The steroid-induced sculpted ripped bodies come with a price – shrunken testicles, decreased sperm count, baldness, acne and even gynecomastia.
Gynecomastia diagnosis involves a medical evaluation by a doctor to identify the condition affecting the chest. There are various methods to confirm. Read on.
The mean age of men seeking gynecomastia surgery at Amaris B. Clinic Singapore was 33. However, recent years have witnessed a notable increase in older male patients above 42, with the oldest being 70.
Chandler Bing wouldn't be Chandler without his quips and, some may say, his #nubbin.
If you are a fan of Friends, you would recognise the pic above. Yes, that's from Season 2, Episode 4, who was at the coffee shop scene when Ross placed a coffee cup at Chandler's chest to indicate that Chandler's third nipple was lactating.
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"Body image dissatisfaction has resulted in a high percentage of males with extremely low self-confidence, anti-social behaviour and poor mental health and wellbeing, especially those who are suffering from gynecomastia."
The first extensive patient data collection and analysis carried out by Dr Ivan Puah and his team at Amaris B. Clinic in Singapore, the data of 554 gynecomastia patients reveals a higher prevalence of gynecomastia in patients with higher BMI and its association with the severity of the condition.
Dr Ivan Puah details the various presentations of gynecomastia, including its basic anatomy and various gynecomastia grades and how gynecomastia looks like in men of different ages.
“Man boobs”, or enlarged male breasts, are actually more common than we think. As man boobs generally cannot be hidden under clothing, it can bring about psychological distress to the individual affected by it. Though, there could be two conditions tied up to the common man’s boobs problems: Gynecomastia & Pseudogynecomastia. What is the difference between these two? How is one connected to th
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How can we rid ourselves of this dreadful condition? Is gynecomastia a condition that is curable? The truth versus the myth. Today, we tell it all.
We all think that when it comes to breasts, they’re a concern pertaining only to the fairer gender. However, men do encounter "breast issues".
Gynecomastia is a medical condition and not just an aesthetic concern. Hormonal imbalance is one of the common causes of man-boobs.
Here are some common questions on gynecomastia:
Can Beer And Soy Cause Gynecomastia?
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There’s just as much fact as fiction circulating on the internet when it comes to what causes man boobs, or gynecomastia, if you’d prefer the more learned term. Amaris B. Clinic’s Dr Ivan Puah explains what’s true, and what’s not.
An estimated 30% of men experience gynecomastia in their lifetime, according to a 2014 study. In Singapore, Dr Ivan Puah, a medical aesthetic doctor at Amaris B. Clinic with 21 years of clinical practice, shares that it’s pretty common in Singapore too.