My chest...

[DanK]

I heard that its somewhat common for guys to have swelling under their nipples, and for them to get bigger and puff up.. and that is basically what I have. It is getting to the embarrassing point for me where they pretty much almost bulge through my shirt, and its not attractive :(

Is it true that it is common for guys during puberty?
and will this go away??

Any guys that experienced this please let me know how it went with you
-thanks

[sam_rock1516]

i may have not experienced this but what i think is tht it might go away or consult your parents or doctor i am sure its some growing thing

[ilo2011]

I have not experienced that at all

[KaelKaos]

Look up pubertal gynecomastia, it's the swelling of the male breasts during puberty.

From what I read it is pretty dang common in males, this site (http://www.keepkidshealthy.com/adolescent/adolescentproblems/gynecomastia.html) said around 40% will experience it during puberty. And almost all of the time, the swelling goes down. I wouldn't worry about it too much, but if it's causing you a lot of pain/worry I wouldn't hurt to go see a doc!

[Dimitri]

Gynecomastia

Gynecomastia is the development of abnormally large breasts in males. It is related to the excess growth of breast tissue, rather than excess fat tissue.

Considerations

The condition may occur in one or both breasts and begins as a small lump beneath the nipple, which may be tender. The breasts often enlarge unevenly. Gynecomastia during puberty is not uncommon and usually goes away over a period of months.
In newborns, breast development may be associated with milk flow (galactorrhea). This condition usually lasts for a couple of weeks, but in rare cases may last until the child is 2 years old.
Causes

Androgens are hormones that create male characteristics, such as hair growth, muscle size, and a deep voice. Estrogens are hormones that create female characteristics. All men have both androgens and estrogens.
Changes in the levels of these hormones, or in how the body uses or responds to these hormones can cause enlarged breasts in men.
More than half of boys develop gynecomastia during puberty.
Other causes include:

Aging
Cancer chemotherapy
Chronic liver disease
Exposure to anabolic steroid hormones
Exposure to estrogen hormone
Kidney failure and dialysis
Marijuana use
Hormone treatment for prostate cancer
Radiation treatment of the testicles
Side effects of some medications (ketoconazole, spironolactone, metronidazole, cimetidine (Tagamet))
Testosterone (male hormone) deficiency

Rare causes include:

Genetic defects
Overactive thyroid
Tumors
Breast cancer in men is rare. Signs that may suggest breast cancer include:

One-sided breast growth
Firm or hard breast lump that feels like it is attached to the tissue
Skin ulcer over the breast
Bloody discharge from the nipple
Home Care

Apply cold compresses and use analgesics as your health care provider recommends if swollen breasts are also tender.
Other tips include:

Stop taking all recreational drugs, such as marijuana
Stop taking all nutritional supplements or any drugs you are taking for bodybuilding
When to Contact a Medical Professional

Call your health care provider if:

You have recent swelling, pain, or enlargement in one or both breasts
There is dark or bloody discharge from the nipples
There is a skin sore or ulcer over the breast
A breast lump feels hard or firm
Note: Gynecomastia in children who have not yet reached puberty should always be checked by a health care provider.
What to Expect at Your Office Visit

Your health care provider will take a medical history and perform a physical examination.
Medical history questions may include:

Is one or both breasts involved?
What is the age and gender of the patient?
What medications is the person taking?
How long has gynecomastia been present?
Is the gynecomastia staying the same, getting better, or getting worse?
What other symptoms are present?
Testing may not be necessary, but the following tests may be done to rule out certain diseases:

Blood hormone level tests
Breast ultrasound
Liver and kidney function studies
Mammogram
Intervention:
If an underlying condition is found, it is treated. Your physician should consider all medications that may be causing the problem. Gynecomastia during puberty usually goes away on its own.
Breast enlargement that is extreme, uneven, or does not go away may be embarrassing for an adolescent boy. Treatments that may be used in rare situations are:

Hormone treatment that blocks the effects of estrogens
Breast reduction surgery
Narula HS, Carlson HE. Gynecomastia. Endocrinol Metab Clin North Am. 2007/36:497-519.

I hope this helped

[GeneralCrash70]

It happened to me, but it really looked like I had monster pecs for being 13 years old, so it wasn't that bad.

[ryp998]

i havent had that at all either

[Fruit_Tart.]

Some guys experience things that others may not. I've heard that swelling in that area is fine for a growing male. I don't know of it would help, but try and do exercises to stretch out your pecs so they can become firmer or something. Or go to a doctor, I'm sure they'll find the solution jus right for you. :) good luck.

[smitty35]

i have never experianced that, but i do know that is does happen so it is indeed normal.