Gynecomasty
What is Gynecomasty?
Gynecomastia is a condition where men develop enlarged breast tissue. It can occur during puberty, due to hormonal imbalances, or as a side effect of certain medications.
How is Gynecomastia Surgery Performed?
Gynecomastia surgery, also known as male breast reduction, is a surgical procedure to reduce the size of enlarged male breasts. It is typically performed under general anesthesia. The surgeon makes incisions around the areola or under the breast, removes excess tissue and fat, and reshapes the breast.
After Surgery Treatment
Recovery from gynecomastia surgery typically takes a few weeks. During this time, you will need to:
• Wear a compression garment to help reduce swelling and support your chest.
• Avoid strenuous activity for several weeks.
• Take pain medication as prescribed to manage discomfort.
• Attend follow-up appointments with your surgeon to monitor your healing progress.
• Wear a compression garment to help reduce swelling and support your chest.
• Avoid strenuous activity for several weeks.
• Take pain medication as prescribed to manage discomfort.
• Attend follow-up appointments with your surgeon to monitor your healing progress.
Things to Be Careful About
While gynecomastia surgery is generally safe and effective, it’s important to be aware of the potential risks and complications, which may include:
• Scarring: Incisions can leave visible scars.
• Asymmetrical results: It may be difficult to achieve perfectly symmetrical results.
• Numbness or loss of sensation: You may experience numbness or loss of sensation in your nipples or breasts.
• Infection: There is a risk of infection after any surgery.
• Blood clots: There is a small risk of developing blood clots in the legs or lungs after any surgery.
If you’re considering gynecomastia surgery, it’s important to discuss the risks and benefits with your surgeon to determine if it’s the right procedure for you.
• Scarring: Incisions can leave visible scars.
• Asymmetrical results: It may be difficult to achieve perfectly symmetrical results.
• Numbness or loss of sensation: You may experience numbness or loss of sensation in your nipples or breasts.
• Infection: There is a risk of infection after any surgery.
• Blood clots: There is a small risk of developing blood clots in the legs or lungs after any surgery.
If you’re considering gynecomastia surgery, it’s important to discuss the risks and benefits with your surgeon to determine if it’s the right procedure for you.