Male breast reduction surgery can help correct the effects of gynecomastia

 
Gynecomastia is a condition in males that is characterized by large and round-looking breasts. Gynecomastia can affect one or both breasts. This condition is actually very common in the population, affecting about 40 to 60 percent of males.

There is no known cause for gynecomastia; however several drugs and medical conditions have been linked with it. Breast reduction surgery can help lessen or completely erase visible effects of gynecomastia. However, it’s worth noting that this surgery is discouraged in obese men, those who drink alcohol in excess and those who smoke marijuana.

It has been shown that excess drinking and smoking are agents of gynecomastia and so men are encouraged to stop those activities to see any changes to their conditions. The same hold true for obese men.

The procedure can be performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia combined with sedation. There are two separate procedures to be considered. One procedure removes excess glandular tissue and the other removes excess fat. The type of procedure performed depends on the cause of the condition. In some cases, both are used.

If excess glandular tissue in the breast area is the cause of gynecomastia, then it is cut out from the breast tissue. Incisions are made in inconspicuous areas such as the areola or under the arm. The surgeon removes the excess glandular tissue along with excess fat and extra skin around the breast area.

If excess fatty tissue is the cause of the condition, the procedure will likely involve a liposuction of the fat tissue. A small incision would be made near the areola area and a small tube would be inserted to vacuum the fatty tissue out. Excess skin may be removed in order to ensure it sits firmly atop the breast.

Patients are at a risk for infections, skin injury, bleeding and allergic reactions to anesthesia. Moreover, the procedure may result in visible scars and noticeable changes in the breast area. If the breasts or nipples are not symmetrical after the surgery, a second surgery may be completed to correct the mistake.

The cost of breast male reduction surgery is around $3000.

It is recommended to lose weight an gain muscle before undergoing a drastic procedure such as a surgery. Building muscle may tone up the breast area to an adequate degree.