Bilateral gynaecomastia as the primary complaint in hyperthyroidism

J R Coll Surg Edinb. 2001 Jun;46(3):176-7.

Abstract

Association of gynaecomastia with hyperthyroidism is uncommon but has been well documented in the past. Gynaecomastia in a patient with hyperthyroidism rarely presents as a primary complaint. When this occurs, it may present a diagnostic challenge to the clinician. We present the case of a patient who was referred initially to the breast clinic with bilateral gynaecomastia. Hyperthyroidism was subsequently confirmed and treated; gynaecomastia regressed with return to the euthyroid state.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Gynecomastia / etiology*
  • Humans
  • Hyperthyroidism / complications*
  • Hyperthyroidism / diagnosis
  • Male
  • Middle Aged