Gynecomastia surgery, also known as male breast reduction, is performed to reduce excess glandular tissue, fat, or skin from the male chest. Gynecomastia may affect one or both sides and can develop because of hormonal changes, certain medicines, health conditions, weight changes, or other factors. Depending on the tissue involved, treatment may include liposuction, surgical excision, or a combination of both techniques. The procedure is planned after examining the chest and evaluating the patient’s medical history, symptoms, and expectations. The objective is to create a flatter, firmer, and more proportionate chest contour.
Did you Know?
• Gynecomastia involves an increase in glandular breast tissue and is different from chest enlargement caused only by excess body fat. • The condition may affect one breast or both breasts, and the amount of enlargement can differ between the two sides. • Liposuction removes excess fat, while surgical excision may be needed to remove firm glandular tissue or loose skin. • A compression garment is commonly recommended after surgery to control swelling and support the chest while it heals.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT GYNECOMASTIA SURGERY
Gynecomastia treatment depends on its cause, severity, tissue composition, and effect on the patient. These answers explain diagnosis, surgical options, recovery, results, and possible risks.
1. What is gynecomastia?
Gynecomastia is the enlargement of male breast gland tissue, often caused by an imbalance between oestrogen and testosterone or certain medical and lifestyle factors.
2. What causes gynecomastia?
Possible causes include puberty, ageing, hormonal changes, certain medicines, anabolic steroids, liver or thyroid conditions, obesity, substance use, or an unknown cause.
3. Is gynecomastia the same as chest fat?
No. Gynecomastia involves glandular breast tissue, while pseudogynecomastia mainly involves excess fat. Some patients may have a combination of both conditions.
4. Who may be suitable for gynecomastia surgery?
Suitable candidates may include healthy males with persistent breast enlargement, stable weight, realistic expectations, and no untreated medical condition causing the enlargement.
5. How is gynecomastia surgery performed?
Treatment may involve liposuction, glandular tissue excision, excess skin removal, nipple repositioning, or a combination selected according to the chest anatomy.
6. Can exercise remove gynecomastia?
Exercise may reduce excess chest fat but generally cannot remove firm glandular tissue. Persistent enlargement should be medically assessed before considering surgical treatment.
7. Where are the incisions placed?
Incisions may be positioned around the edge of the areola, within natural chest creases, or near liposuction access points, depending on the correction required.
8. How long does recovery take?
Initial swelling, bruising, and soreness usually improve over several weeks. Heavy lifting, chest exercises, and strenuous activities remain restricted during early healing.
9. Are gynecomastia surgery results permanent?
Results can be long-lasting when weight remains stable and the underlying cause is controlled. Hormonal changes, medicines, or steroid use may cause recurrence.
10. What are the possible risks?
Possible risks include bleeding, infection, fluid collection, asymmetry, contour irregularities, altered nipple sensation, visible scarring, skin loss, or revision surgery.
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