Gynecomastia Surgery
Gynecomastia surgery (male breast reduction) treats enlarged male breast tissue through liposuction, tissue excision, or a combination to create a flatter, more masculine chest contour.
Definition
Gynecomastia surgery (male breast reduction) treats enlarged male breast tissue through liposuction, tissue excision, or a combination to create a flatter, more masculine chest contour.
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What You Need to Know
Gynecomastia affects up to 65% of men at some point in their lives. It is caused by a hormonal imbalance between estrogen and testosterone, triggered by puberty, aging, medications (steroids, anti-androgens, SSRIs, marijuana), or medical conditions (liver disease, kidney failure, hyperthyroidism). Treatment approach depends on the tissue composition: primarily fatty tissue responds to liposuction alone, while dense glandular tissue requires direct excision through a periareolar incision (around the border of the areola). Severe cases with excess skin may need skin excision. Grade I (minor enlargement) through Grade IV (severe with significant skin excess) determines the surgical approach. Recovery involves wearing a compression vest for 4-6 weeks, limiting upper body exercise for 3-4 weeks, and full activity at 6 weeks. Results are permanent as long as hormonal balance is maintained. Insurance may cover the surgery if related to an underlying medical condition. Cost ranges from $4,000-$8,000.
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- 1Is gynecomastia surgery covered by insurance?
- 2What causes male breast enlargement?
- 3Is gynecomastia surgery permanent?
- 4What is recovery like?
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Common questions about gynecomastia surgery.
Gynecomastia surgery (male breast reduction) treats enlarged male breast tissue through liposuction, tissue excision, or a combination to create a flatter, more masculine chest contour. Gynecomastia affects up to 65% of men at some point in their lives. It is caused by a hormonal imbalance between estrogen and testosterone, triggered by puberty, aging, medications (steroids, anti-androgens, SSRIs, marijuana), or medical conditions (liver disease, kidney failure, hyperthyroidism).
Your plastic surgery provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk answers questions about gynecomastia surgical options, discusses insurance coverage possibilities, provides pricing, and schedules consultations with discretion and sensitivity.
Your plastic surgery provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk answers questions about gynecomastia surgical options, discusses insurance coverage possibilities, provides pricing, and schedules consultations with discretion and sensitivity.
Your plastic surgery provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk answers questions about gynecomastia surgical options, discusses insurance coverage possibilities, provides pricing, and schedules consultations with discretion and sensitivity.
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