[Anabolic steroids and gynecomastia. Review of the literature].
Gynaecomastia is a common situation, with a proliferation of glandular component of male breast secondary to an imbalance in sexual hormones in mammary tissue. A main cause of gynaecomastia is anabolic steroids consumption. Few studies have been performed in patients with high consumption of anabolic steroids, showing a high prevalence (52%). In this article we present a case of bilateral gynaecomastia secondary to anabolic steroids intake, with a partial response to tamoxifen. In summary, a patient with sportive habits and gynaecomastia, an early suspicious diagnosis is anabolic steroid intake. After suppression of anabolic steroid intake and treatment with tamoxifen, a high remission rate can be achieved. If gynaecomastia persisted, surgery is a good option.
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Sección de Endocrinología y Nutrición Clínica, Hospital Universitario del Río Hortega, Instituto de Endocrinología y Nutrición Clínica (IEN), Facultad de Medicina, Valladolid.
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D000328:Adult; D045930:Anabolic Agents / Q000009:adverse effects*; D020847:Estrogen Receptor Modulators / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006177:Gynecomastia / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000188:drug therapy; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013629:Tamoxifen / Q000627:therapeutic use
D045930:Anabolic Agents; D020847:Estrogen Receptor Modulators; D013629:Tamoxifen