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YNECOMASTIA
Gynecomastia is colloquially know as "Man-boobs." This is an increase in the amount of breast gland tissue in boys or men, caused by an imbalance of the hormones estrogen and testosterone. Gynecomastia can affect one or both breasts, sometimes unevenly.
Gynecomastia is something that people often associate with testosterone replacement therapy. This is typically done by people that do not know what TRT is or do not understand the TRT protocol.
Men who have low T and are utilizing TRT MAY experience a rise in the E2 ( Estradiol) levels and subsequent enlargement of breast tissue. Gynecomastia is often more common in men who are undergoing testosterone replacement with testosterone enanthate compared to testosterone cypionate. At Limitless Men's Health we primarily use testosterone cypionate.
The most significant risk factor for gynecomastia development is a low testosterone level and obesity. For men with Low T and pre existing gynecomastia, testosterone therapy MAY improve gynecomastia by altering the estradiol/ testosterone ratio.
This testosterone/estrogen level is something that we watch closely at Limitless Men's Health.
For men that are on testosterone replacement therapy and find themselves with breast enlargement or sensitivity the addition of an aromatase inhibitor (anastrazole) may be necessary. This isn't for all men. We want to keep the testosterone/estrogen level within the normal range. Contrary to popular opinion, men do need estrogen and dropping that to zero is not the solution. We do not over prescribe anastrazole and do not prescribe in high doses.
If you feel that you are having any symptoms please contact us to work out a treatment plan for you. This is easy to treat the earlier we catch it.
Don't forget that we are offering a referral bonus. $50 off the first month of the new client as well as $50 off for 1 month for the client who referred them. Please let us know when you refer someone so that we can ensure this credit goes to the both of you.
Have a wonderful week
— Mike
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