A surgical consult would be best to sort out what exactly you are dealing with. Doesn't sound like gynecomastia to me. With gynecomastia you will present with full breast tissue just like a woman, not a lump.
I don't recall the determination but check this web address that gives suggestions. My son had this done about 25 years ago. Like I said your self esteem is very important!
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gynecomastia/DS00850/DSECTION=tests-and-diagnosis
Thanks for the info gymdandee! Through what method did the physician determine it was harmless and fine to be removed by surgery?
It's Important to find out exactly what it is!! If turns out to be not serious then what is
Important is your self esteem and you find a good plastic surgeon and enjoy your life.
My son had gynecomastia and as a young teen it was very Important for us to have it treated.
Last time I went to get it US, the physician said it was "nothing" literally. I'm having a hard time determining exactly what it is myself. It could be a cyst, lump or gynecomastia. The reason I think its hormone related is because it first appeared during a really fast growth spurt I've experienced at the age of 14 - I grew nearly 6 inches in about 8 or 9 months. Somehow I think my hormone levels never realigned naturally.
Thanks for the advice, I will do a little more research and visit a physician again to know exactly what to request.
Thanks for the advice! No one has suggested I get a ductogram yet, but I sure will consider it.
I have a small lump in my left breast that has been there for years. Because of my history with cancer...I have to have a mammogram done every 6 months...but it has never changed in size. And the docs believe it is just a clog in one of my ducts from a cold or virus I once had. It has been suggested in the past that I get a ductogram if it actually causes me any problems. Has anyone suggested that for you?
When you have the US done 4 years, what did the physician say it was?