Will spironolactone cause gynecomastia? Understanding the Risks and Alternatives
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In a study on heart failure patients, approximately 9% of men taking spironolactone developed gynecomastia or breast pain, a side effect tied to higher doses and increased treatment duration. For many men prescribed this medication, understanding the risk and potential management strategies is critical: will spironolactone cause gynecomastia, and what are the options if it does?