Gynaecomastia - Male Chest Reduction
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Male chest Reduction - Gynaecomastia surgery is an operation to remove the abnormal fat &/or breast tissue in order to achieve a more natural male appearance of the chest.
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Why have a Surgery for Gynaecomastia Surgery?
- Male Chest Reduction is performed to reduce the size of the abnormal breast development to normal.
- Gynaecomastia surgery is carried out to improve body shape and self-image enabling you to wear the clothes you want.
- Male Chest Reduction is performed to restore a more natural male appearance to the chest.
Male Breast development - Gynaecomastia either true breast tissue or fat deposition, is common during puberty in many boys. However, this physiological gynaecomastia resolves in the majority of young men. Approximately 10% of young men have persistence of the breast development, and this can cause significant psychological problems. Rarely, Male breast development - Gynaecomastia results from tumours of the breast or abnormal hormonal production from other tumours. These will need to be excluded prior to any treatment for gynaecomastia.
Male Chest Reduction- Gynaecomastia surgery will involve liposuction (PAL), and surgery or a combination of both. The type of gynaecomastia surgery procedure required to achieve the best result will depend on the amount of fat deposit and breast tissue present. Rarely is it necessary to remove skin from the breast, therefore scarring should be minimal. With large Male Breast enlargement, a 2 stage gynaecomastia surgery may be recommended. A careful assessment will be required and the optimum gynaecomastia surgery / treatment will be discussed at the time of your Consultation.
Remember gynaecomastia surgery will not change you or solve any life crises, but should boost your self-confidence and enjoyment of life.
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Gynaecomastia Surgery - Operation Details
PRE-OPERATIVE
Before Your Gynaecomastia Surgery;
- Types of Male Breast enlargement - Gynaecomastia- Either fat or breast development,some combined.
- Weight - Should be close to ideal weight in order to achieve optimal result. - May require to diet before your gynaecomastia surgery.
- Smoking - Essential to stop at least 3 weeks before gynaecomastia surgery and until the wounds are fully healed or at least 2 weeks after.
- Drugs - Avoid Aspirin/Ibuprofen type analgesics for 3 weeks before and after your gynaecomastia surgery.
- Important - May be necessary to rule out pathological causes Gynaecomastia.
OPERATION
Your Gynaecomastia Surgery;
- Scar - Around nipple lower 1/2 circumference,and/or stab for liposuction at the time of your Gynaecomastia surgery.
- Sutures - Dissolving,buried are used during your Gynaecomastia surgery - no sutures need to be removed.
- Dressing -Waterproof dressings are underneath a bulky dressing. You will wear a support garment day and night for 3 weeks and then during the day for a further 3 weeks following your Gynaecomastia surgery.
POST-OPERATIVE
After Your Gynaecomastia Surgery;
- Garment - Firm lycra garment worn for 6 weeks following your Gynaecomastia surgery.
- Exercise - Avoid vigorous exercise for 6 weeks following your Gynaecomastia surgery. - Avoid heavy lifting,including shopping bags and babies.
POTENTIAL PROBLEMS
Following your Gynaecomastia surgery;
- Pain - Moderate discomfort expected after your Gynaecomastia surgery. Avoid aspirin/ibuprofen analgesics that can increase bruising.
- Bruising - Common,may last for 2 to 3 weeks following your Gynaecomastia surgery.
- Wound - Occasional mild infection - Very rarely,serious infection or haematoma (blood collection requiring drainage following your Gynaecomastia surgery.
- Numbness - Nipple sensation diminished post-operatively but usually improves after 6 weeks to 3 months following your Gynaecomastia surgery. - Skin numbness is common but sensation usually returns after 3 - 6 weeks.
- Scars - Rarely thickened/hypertrophic,may cause tethering to underlying pectoral muscle.
Photos Before and After Gynaecomastia surgery
Photos Before and After Gynaecomastia surgery
Photos Before and After Gynaecomastia surgery