For many men, uncomfortable health matters can arise which may require surgical expertise to resolve. The help of qualified surgeons can never be underestimated and for many men, gynecomastia is a real concern, affecting self image. 40-60% of men suffer form this and various causes are attributed to its occurrence. The typical treatment involves removing excess tissue from the chest region to achieve the desired chest size.



A less widely talked about surgical procedure is male breast reduction, or the assessment and eradication of gynecomastia, the growth of excess tissue on a man's chest. There are many causes for this. Steroid use, puberty, obesity, tumors, age, and various other reasons are considered potential causes of gynemastia. For many men, it is thought that the condition either has no name or no cure. But with modern technology and knowledgeable surgeons available, health and self-confidence are not difficult to find. The procedure is fairly simple but may take several months to reveal the most advanced results possible due to swelling and healing. It is of course important to remain realistic with your expectations while communicating with the plastic surgeon what you are interested in receiving out of the surgery.

Male breast reduction is actually quite common and involves a basic surgical procedure which involves the removal of fat, glandular tissue, or skin to help flatten and tone the chest. Weight loss can also assist in shrinking the chest area as can changing the sort of substances ingested. Certain substances and drugs have been linked to Gynecomastia. It is important to speak with a plastic surgeon who can discuss your options with you, assisting you toward your goals. Surgery may be discouraged to men who have not tried weight loss as an option since it can most often solve the issue. Temporary affects of the surgery include the loss of sensation to the breast area and can last for up to a year post surgery.

For many men, the use of steroids, marijuana, excessive alcohol, and weight gain are the primary causes of Gynecomastia. Most plastic surgeons do not consider such individuals to be good candidates for male breast reduction and would likely advice that they stop consuming whatever may be adding to the problem. Surgery is not to be taken lightly and can result in any number of serious side effects. With this in mind, if you are looking into surgery, examine what your lifestyle includes that contributes to your condition. If you believe that your situation is caused by genes or other natural causes, then a surgeon may be more willing to assist with your challenges.

In some cases, the surgeon may recommend a mammogram and x-ray to make sure that no cancer is present. This is of course in extreme cases where the tissue within the breast seems potentially dangerous or abnormal. During surgery, depending on what is causing the size increase, the surgeon will remove either excess fat, or excess glandular tissues or both. Skin may also be removed to restructure the shape of the chest to some extent, giving it a flatter and firmer appearance. As with any surgery, expectations must remain reasonable and a proper diet and fitness can help to maintain the overall look after male breast reduction.