HORMONE SPECIALIST – DHA LAHORE
Gynecomastia Treatment
in Lahore | Dr. Rizwan Niazi
Specialist diagnosis and hormone-based treatment for enlarged breast tissue in men, at DHA Lahore.
- ✓ Hormone blood panel to identify the underlying cause
- ✓ Medical treatment without surgery in suitable cases
- ✓ 18+ years endocrinology experience
- ✓ Clinic in DHA Lahore – Mon to Sat
گائنیکومیسٹیا – مردوں میں چھاتی کا بڑھنا
گائنیکومیسٹیا مردوں میں ہارمونل عدم توازن کی وجہ سے چھاتی کے ٹشو کا بڑھنا ہے۔ ڈاکٹر رضوان نیازی خون کے ٹیسٹ سے وجہ معلوم کرکے علاج تجویز کرتے ہیں۔ بہت سے کیسز میں آپریشن کے بغیر علاج ممکن ہے۔
What Is Gynecomastia?
Gynecomastia is the enlargement of glandular breast tissue in males due to an imbalance between oestrogen and testosterone. It is different from pseudogynecomastia, which is fat accumulation in the chest from being overweight.
True gynecomastia involves actual glandular tissue growth driven by hormonal changes. Many cases can be managed medically without surgery when the hormonal cause is identified and treated early.
Diagnosis is confirmed through a physical examination and a hormone blood panel.
Common Causes
Identifying the cause is essential for choosing the right treatment approach.
Hormone Imbalance
Elevated oestrogen or reduced testosterone, including conditions like hypogonadism or adrenal disorders.
Medications
Anabolic steroids, anti-androgens, some antidepressants, and blood pressure medications can trigger gynecomastia.
Liver and Kidney Disease
Impaired liver or kidney function affects oestrogen metabolism, leading to hormonal changes that cause breast tissue growth.
Puberty and Ageing
Hormonal shifts during puberty and the natural decline in testosterone with age are both recognised triggers.
Is It Treatable Without Surgery?
In many cases, yes. Medical treatment is effective when caught early and when a correctable hormonal cause is identified.
Medical Treatment
Hormonal medications can reduce glandular tissue in early or active gynecomastia. The approach depends on the underlying cause and duration.
When Surgery Is Needed
Long-standing gynecomastia with significant fibrosis may not respond to medication. Surgical referral is discussed in these cases.
Medication Review
Where a drug is causing gynecomastia, changing or stopping that medication under supervision often resolves the condition.
Concerned About Breast Tissue Enlargement?
Book a consultation with Dr. Rizwan Niazi for a hormone evaluation and personalised treatment plan.
Why See an Endocrinologist?
An endocrinologist investigates the hormonal root cause rather than treating the visible tissue alone, leading to more complete and lasting resolution.
Full Hormone Panel
Testosterone, oestradiol, LH, FSH, prolactin, and thyroid markers are all reviewed to identify the specific hormonal imbalance.
Medication Review
All current medications are assessed for their potential role in causing or worsening gynecomastia.
Treatment Without Surgery
Where medically appropriate, hormone correction or medication adjustment can resolve gynecomastia without surgical intervention.
Also Experiencing Other Symptoms?
Gynecomastia often occurs alongside fatigue, reduced libido, or weight gain. A full hormone evaluation addresses all symptoms together.
Frequently Asked Questions – Gynecomastia
What causes gynecomastia in men?
Gynecomastia is caused by an imbalance between oestrogen and testosterone. Common causes include low testosterone, elevated oestrogen, certain medications, liver disease, and hormonal changes during puberty or ageing.
Is gynecomastia painful?
Gynecomastia can cause tenderness or sensitivity in the breast area, particularly in the early or active phase. Chronic gynecomastia that has been present for many years is usually painless.
Can gynecomastia be treated without surgery?
Yes, in many cases. When caused by a correctable hormone imbalance or a medication that can be changed, medical treatment alone is often effective. Surgery is considered for long-standing cases where fibrous tissue has formed.
Is gynecomastia the same as chest fat?
No. Gynecomastia involves growth of actual glandular breast tissue and is hormone-driven. Pseudogynecomastia is fat accumulation in the chest from being overweight. A physical examination confirms which is present.
Which doctor treats gynecomastia in Lahore?
An endocrinologist is the most appropriate specialist for gynecomastia, as the condition is hormonal in origin. Dr. Rizwan Niazi conducts a full hormone evaluation at his clinic in DHA Lahore.
How long does treatment take?
Response to treatment depends on the underlying cause, duration, and degree of tissue change. Early cases often respond within a few months of correcting the hormone imbalance or changing the causative medication.
Book Your Consultation
Visit Dr. Rizwan Niazi in DHA Lahore for a full evaluation and personalised treatment plan.
📍 Chughtai Medical Center, 154-CC Sector-DD, Phase IV, DHA Lahore
🕐 Mon – Sat | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
