Things about gynaecomastia and its management that I have learnt already
Breasts sweat! And they can get very sweaty
•Breasts can be tender, sometimes very tender, but not all the time.
•Equally, nipples can be sensitive and tender. This can happen very suddenly for no good reason.
•And nipples get erect and prominent of their own accord.
•Nipples can be hidden under bra padding (because nipples can be very obvious)
•Bra padding comes in different thicknesses and different shapes.
•Bra padding is often removable.
•Wearing a bra is a great way of controlling the movement of breasts and it's the movement that causes a lot of the discomfort.
•Bras are just an item of clothing, they don't define your sexuality.
•Tee shirt bras seem to be completely the wrong shape.
•Sports bras are excellent for flattening a difficult chest but they come in different types to flatten or to hold the breasts.
•There's a secret hand movement known only to women - swoop & scoop - which helps a bra fit properly.
•Breasts are supported by the band, and the straps are there to hold the cups in place (not for support).
•Sleeping on your side can mean your breast gets in the way - a soft bra can help a lot.
•When you are shopping for a bra in a big shop - no one notices that you're a bloke. And the assistants don't care.
•My experience tells me that doctors in General Practice have little understanding of, or empathy for, this condition despite it being extremely common