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Posted on: 03/31/2009
Question
Hello, my son is 14 years old in April, and he has two small lumps behind each nipple. He says they are a bit tender and he noticed them about five months ago. Is this just normal puberty or should he be examined?
Answer
This is normal puberty. Boys can have breastbuds for 6 months to 1 year during puberty. They are often tender like a female's breast buds. Should resolve on its own.