Which department treats male breasts? ——Analysis of recent hot health topics
Recently, male breast health has become a hot topic on the Internet. Many male patients do not know which department to consult when seeking treatment for breast abnormalities, resulting in low medical efficiency. This article will combine the hot data of the entire network in the past 10 days to answer this question in detail and provide structured information for reference.
1. Analysis of the recent popularity of male breast health topics

| Topic keywords | Search volume (10,000 times/day) | Main discussion platform |
|---|---|---|
| Gynecomastia | 12.8 | Baidu knows, Zhihu |
| male breast hyperplasia | 9.5 | Xiaohongshu, Douyin |
| male breast cancer | 7.2 | Weibo, Bilibili |
| What subjects should men take? | 15.3 | Search engine, medical APP |
2. Department Guidelines for Treatment of Male Breast Problems
According to the latest triage standards of tertiary hospitals, the departments corresponding to different symptoms are as follows:
| Symptoms | Preferred Department | Alternative departments |
|---|---|---|
| breast pain/swelling | breast surgery | General Surgery |
| palpable mass | Oncology | Endocrinology |
| nipple discharge | Endocrinology | Andrology |
| skin changes | Dermatology | breast surgery |
3. Analysis of recent typical cases
1.Fitness supplements cause breast hyperplasia: A 28-year-old man suffered from bilateral breast development due to taking estrogen-containing muscle-building powder, which was finally diagnosed by breast surgery.
2.pubertal physiological development: A 14-year-old boy went to the hospital due to breast swelling and pain. According to the endocrinology examination, it was a normal physiological phenomenon.
3.Rare male breast cancer: A 55-year-old patient was diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer through a puncture biopsy in the oncology department. A single video on Douyin about the topic was viewed 2.3 million times.
4. Preparation suggestions before medical treatment
1. Record the duration and development of symptoms
2. Prepare a recent medication list (including health supplements)
3. Bring previous inspection reports
4. It is recommended to wear loose clothing that is easy to inspect.
5. Excerpts from the latest opinions of experts
Professor Wang Zhiqiang, Director of Breast Surgery at Peking Union Medical College Hospital, mentioned in a recent live broadcast:"The medical treatment rate for male breast problems has increased by 300% in ten years, but the accuracy rate of first diagnosis is less than 40%. It is recommended to establish a symptom-department correspondence system."
Director Li Fang of the Endocrinology Department of Shanghai Ruijin Hospital pointed out:"30% of male breast development is related to thyroid dysfunction, and multidisciplinary joint diagnosis and treatment is very important."
6. Extended reading: recent relevant hot events
| event | time | social media popularity |
|---|---|---|
| A celebrity reveals her breast surgery experience | 2023-11-05 | Weibo hot search No. 8 |
| Popular science videos from fitness bloggers | 2023-11-08 | Popular list of station B |
| Men's Health Day Special Report | 2023-10-28 | Reprinted by many official media |
7. Summary of suggestions
When men experience breast abnormalities, it is recommended to:
1. Preferencebreast surgeryorGeneral Surgeryfirst diagnosis
2. For complex cases, you can apply for multidisciplinary consultation
3. Pay attention to the online triage services of tertiary hospitals and Internet hospitals
4. Avoid blind self-diagnosis online and timely medical treatment is the key
Note: The statistical period of the data in this article is from October 30 to November 8, 2023. The popularity data comes from multiple third-party monitoring platforms.
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