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All parts are present in both sexes but (usually) they are only developed in the appropriate individual. Men have ovaries, they are only the size of periods (..) but they are still there. Women too possess all the male organs (believe it or not) its just that they are very much smaller and serve a slightly different function.

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Excessive mammary development in the male?

Excessive mammary development in males is known as gynecomastia and can be caused by hormonal imbalances, certain medications, obesity, or underlying medical conditions. Treatment depends on the underlying cause and may include medication, surgery, or lifestyle changes. It's important to consult a healthcare professional for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan.


Is the gland in female or a male reproductive system?

Both male and female reproductive systems have glands that produce hormones, such as the ovaries in females and the testes in males. These glands are essential for the proper functioning of the reproductive system and the development of secondary sexual characteristics.


What are the female and male glands?

The female glands are the ovaries, which produce eggs and hormones like estrogen and progesterone. The male glands are the testes, which produce sperm and hormones like testosterone.


How are young mammles produced?

Young mammals are produced through a process called reproduction, which typically involves internal fertilization. The male's sperm fertilizes the female's egg, leading to the development of an embryo within the mother's uterus. After a gestation period, the young are born, and most mammals provide care and nourishment through milk produced by mammary glands. This process ensures the survival and growth of the offspring.


Where are glands found?

In a single person there are seven major endocrine glands: Pineal gland (brain), pituitary gland (brain), pancreas (abdomen), thyroid gland (throat), thymus (chest), adrenal gland (abdomen), ovary in females (abdomen), and testis in males (groin). The exocrine glands are sweat glands, mammary glands, salivary glands, and the liver.

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Does testosterone stimulate mammary gland development?

Testosterone is a male hormone and has no influence in the development of breasts (mammary glands), estrogen the female hormone does,


What animals have hair and mammary glands?

Mammals (both male and female) have hair and mammary glands.


What do you call animals with mammary glands?

All mammals (both male and female) are characterised by having mammary glands.


What type of gland is a mammary gland?

Mammary glands are the source of milk production in female (and some male) mammals


What is the function of male breasts?

Male breasts, or mammary glands, do not serve a specific function in males. They are present due to the same embryological development process that occurs in females. In males, these glands usually remain undeveloped and do not produce milk.


What is the condition of excessive mammary development in the male?

gynecomastia


What is the term for excessive development of mammary tissu in a male?

Gynecomastia


What is the term of excessive development of mammary tissue in a male?

Gynecomastia


Why wear a vest after surgery?

One possible answer is gynecomastia, which is the abnormally large development of male mammary glands. Surgery can be done to reduce this, and during this time the patient is required to wear a vest to keep compressed


What are the main organs in the reproductive?

Female: ovaries, oviducts, uterus, vagina and mammary glands. Male: testes, seminal vesicles and penis.


What is the function of the lactiferous ducts?

Each breast contains a cluster of alveoli or sacs in which milk is produced. The alveoli release the milk into ducts, which work like pipes to take the milk to the nipples Mammary glands produce milk in mammals.


What are the main organ in the reproductive system?

Female: ovaries, oviducts, uterus, vagina and mammary glands. Male: testes, seminal vesicles and penis.