What You Should Know About Gynecomastia Surgery

Gynecomastia is a health condition of overdeveloped breasts in men. The condition can result from
heredity, obesity, hormonal changes, or the use of certain drugs. Gynecomastia can cause physical
and emotional discomfort and impair your self-confidence. Some men may even avoid certain
physical activities and intimacy to hide their condition.
 
Gynecomastia is characterized by:
 Excess localized fat
 Excess glandular tissue development
 Sometimes excess breast skin
 Presence unilaterally (one breast) or bilaterally (both breasts)
 
Gynecomastia surgery, also known as male breast reduction surgery, reduces breast size in men.
However, the weight of excess breast tissue in severe cases may cause the breasts to sag and stretch
the areola. In those cases, the position and size of the areola can be improved, and they can also
remove excess skin. 

How should I prepare for gynecomastia surgery?

for preparation for gynecomastia surgery, you may be asked to:
 Take certain medications and stop some
 Get lab testing or a medical evaluation
 Stop smoking
 Avoid aspirin and anti-inflammatory drugs as they can resist blood clotting

Steps of gynecomastia Surgery?

Surgery is one only answer to how to reduce gynecomastia? Before going with the process, consider
gynecomastia surgery costs. A gynecomastia surgery includes the following steps:

Anesthesia

Several medications are administered for your comfort during surgical procedures. The options
include sedation, most commonly general anesthesia. Your doctor will discuss it with a specialist and
recommend the best option for you.

Liposuction

Liposuction alone may be used in cases where gynecomastia is caused by excess fatty tissue. This is
done by inserting a cannula through several small incisions. The cannula is moved around in a
controlled motion to loosen the excess fat, then removed from the body by suction.

Excision

The excision technique is recommended when the surgeon deduces that glandular breast tissue or
excess skin must be removed to treat gynecomastia. Excision also is necessary if the areola has to be
reduced or the nipples will have to be repositioned to attain a more natural male contour.

What to expect during recovery

You will be given very specific instructions, which may include the following:
 tips for taking care of the surgical site and drains
 medications to apply and take orally
 how to reduce the chances of infection
 specific concerns to look for 
 
Be sure to ask your surgeon these specific questions about what you can expect during your
recovery.
 Will there be bandages after surgery? And for how long?
 When will stitches be removed?
 When can I resume normal activity?
 When do I return for follow-up care?
 Ask about gynecomastia surgery before and after 
 
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