Breast Reduction - Male (Gynecomasty)

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The Purpose:

To make the breast area flatter.

The Treatment:

This procedure should be carried out by a surgeon with relevant skills and experience.

The surgeon will make an incision around the areola to access any excess breast tissue. Very occasionally these cuts may extend further down the chest. In addition, the nipples may need to be repositioned.

The procedure takes an average of one hour.

You will be required to stay in hospital overnight, take a few days off work to rest and avoid lifting or physical exercise for one month.

The incision site may have dissolvable sutures, if not the sutures will need to be removed at seven to fourteen days.

An elastic garment will need to be worn for one to four weeks to encourage a smooth result.

The Results:

Most men find that the breast area is reduced in size and flattened in shape.

The results are usually permanent, but weight gain, hormonal imbalances or the use of certain drugs (including anabolic steroids), or there is a major shift in your life style may cause the breasts to re-enlarge.

The Risks:

The surgery leaves permanent scars which may, initially, be lumpy and red, but which should eventually fade close to your natural skin colour over several months. These scars may be more noticeable if you smoke.

You may also be left with asymmetrical nipples, and permanent loss of sensation in the nipples.

Last update: 8nd April 06

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