Question
A twelve-year-old boy has breasts that are half the size of his classmates, resembling a small bun in size, and this has been going on for over a year. What should be done?
Answer
This child’s condition may be due to an increase in estrogen levels and a decrease in progesterone levels leading to breast hyperplasia. In traditional Chinese medicine theory, breast hyperplasia is often considered to be caused by emotional discomfort, leading to Qi and blood stasis and dysfunction in regulating menstruation. It is recommended to take the child to the hospital for a breast examination as soon as possible. Since children have weaker immunity and are prone to pediatric surgical issues, parents should not worry excessively and should promptly take the child to a professional hospital for examination and treatment, following the doctor’s instructions for treatment.