Gynecomastia: The causes, the problems — and some treatments

The pressure to flex perfect pecs can cause embarrassment and worry for some men if a condition such as gynecomastia is involved

Many men are afraid to take their top off and show their "moobs".

A tranquil break in sunny Marbella with his girlfriend probably seemed like a good idea to Hugh Grant — but the 55-year-old has paid dearly for his fun. He attracted a vicious onslaught of body-shaming after being snapped splashing in the Med.

The reason? Grant’s once buff physique had deteriorated into what some called a 'dad bod'. Commentators sneered that the former heart-throb’s chest muscles had melted into moobs. However, while Grant could very reasonably cite an ageing body for the decline of his renowned physique, man boobs — or gynecomastia — can be the cause of great distress for younger men.