Adipomastia

Adipomastia
Synonyms	Pseudogynecomastia, Lipomastia
Pronounce	N/A
Specialty	N/A
Symptoms	Enlargement of male breast tissue due to fat accumulation
Complications	Psychological distress, social embarrassment
Onset	Puberty, Adulthood
Duration	Chronic
Types	N/A
Causes	Obesity, Weight gain, Hormonal imbalance
Risks	Obesity, Sedentary lifestyle, Poor diet
Diagnosis	Physical examination, Ultrasound, Mammography
Differential diagnosis	Gynecomastia, Breast cancer
Prevention	Weight management, Healthy diet, Regular exercise
Treatment	Weight loss, Liposuction, Dietary changes
Medication	N/A
Prognosis	Generally good with lifestyle changes
Frequency	Common in overweight males
Deaths	N/A

== Adipomastia ==

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Adipomastia in a male patient

Adipomastia, also known as lipomastia, is a condition characterized by the accumulation of adipose tissue in the breast area of males, leading to the appearance of breast enlargement. It is important to distinguish adipomastia from gynecomastia, which involves the proliferation of glandular tissue.

Pathophysiology

Adipomastia occurs due to an increase in subcutaneous fat deposition in the chest region. This can be influenced by factors such as obesity, hormonal imbalance, and genetic predisposition. Unlike gynecomastia, adipomastia does not involve the growth of breast glandular tissue.

Clinical Presentation

Patients with adipomastia typically present with soft, fatty tissue in the breast area. The condition is often symmetrical and may be associated with other signs of obesity. Unlike gynecomastia, there is no palpable glandular tissue beneath the areola.

Diagnosis

The diagnosis of adipomastia is primarily clinical, based on physical examination. Ultrasound or mammography may be used to differentiate between adipomastia and gynecomastia by assessing the composition of the breast tissue.

Management

Management of adipomastia focuses on addressing the underlying cause, such as weight loss through diet and exercise. In some cases, liposuction may be considered to remove excess fat tissue. It is important to provide psychological support to patients, as the condition can affect self-esteem and body image.

Related Conditions

• Gynecomastia
• Obesity
• Hormonal imbalance

Related Pages

• Breast anatomy
• Endocrinology
• Plastic surgery