Intermediate
Technical
IVT
pubertal gynecomastia
Temporary breast tissue enlargement in adolescent males during normal puberty.
Full Definition
Pubertal gynecomastia is the physiologic enlargement of breast tissue that occurs in up to 70% of adolescent males during puberty, typically between ages 10-16. This condition results from hormonal fluctuations during pubertal development and usually resolves spontaneously within 6-24 months. It differs from pathologic gynecomastia, which may indicate underlying endocrine disorders.
Usage
Usage note: Distinguish from general 'gynecomastia' by specifying pubertal context.
In Context
- "The provider reassured the patient and family that pubertal gynecomastia is a normal variant that typically resolves without intervention." — Patient consultation notes
- "Physical examination revealed bilateral pubertal gynecomastia consistent with Tanner stage 3 development." — Clinical assessment
Also known as
physiologic gynecomastia
adolescent gynecomastia
Contrasted with
pathologic gynecomastia
Don't confuse with
gynecomastia
pseudogynecomastia
chest wall deformity