Gynecomastia Surgery Guide

Psychological issues from Gynecomastia

Psychological Issues from Gynecomastia

Gynecomastia can be a psychologically devastating disorder causing feelings of shame, Gynecomastia embarrassment and humiliation among patients. Obviously, even the name itself, derived from Greek to men “woman breasts,” or the more common slang term, “man boobs,” can cause a man to question his own masculinity. Those suffering from Gynecomastia struggle with anxiety over taking their shirt off at the beach or in the locker room. Men who suffer from Gynecomastia often have a difficult time discussing the disorder, but it is the first step toward emotional relief.