gynecomastia
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of gynecomastia
From New Latin, dating back to 1880–85; see origin at gyneco-, mast-, -ia
Example Sentences
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Some boys and young men who took Risperdal were affected by gynecomastia; they grew pendulous breasts.
From New York Times ● May 17, 2022
The lawsuits generally accused J&J of failing to warn of the risk of a condition called gynecomastia associated with Risperdal, which they said the company marketed for off-label, unapproved uses with children.
From Reuters ● Oct. 30, 2021
The development of enlarged breasts in men is nothing new: It is a rather common medical condition called gynecomastia.
From Washington Post ● Jun. 12, 2020
Other side effects of rosuvastatin include the feminization of the breasts in men, known as gynecomastia, and—I can almost hear the internet’s reaction—a yellowing of the skin.
From Slate ● Sep. 15, 2016
Again after liberation, when the diet returned to normal and remained adequate, many hundreds of refeeding gynecomastia were seen, and lasted from one to eight months, before disappearing.
From Blood Brothers A Medic's Sketch Book by Sam Rohlfing
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