Gynecomastia, or as it is commonly known, Man Boobs, is an irregular swelling in the chest area of males.
This cosmetic condition can make the male chest look feminine.
The emotional ramifications of this condition can be extreme, as little can be done to hide or cover Gynecomastia.
It can either be treated to reduce or eliminate, or it can be suffered.
Gynecomastia has a number of causes, ranging from genetic syndromes to an unhealthy diet.
One of the most widespread beliefs about this condition is that it can also be brought about by the use of the illegal drug, Marijuana.
Certain studies which were done on animals and humans have been reported to show that Marijuana use reduces levels of the male hormone, Testosterone.
This can cause a number of things such as reduced sperm count, a shrinking of the testicles, and the outbreak of Gynecomastia.
It indeed stands to reason that as male hormones decrease, the hormonal balance in the male body will shift towards the feminine side which will in turn initiate certain feminization changes in the body, one of which is Gynecomastia.
However, other studies have been unable to duplicate these earlier studies and some claim that the connection between Marijuana use and Gynecomastia is nothing but a myth.
Still, you should know that the use of Marijuana bears a number of dangerous side effects which alone should be enough incentive to cease use of this illegal substance.
As to the connection between it and Gynecomastia, further study is needed.