MALE BREAST REDUCTION

84% of men surveyed believe that physical attractiveness was important for power and success on the job.

Gynecomastia, which is Greek for "woman-like breasts", affects 10% of all men. It is associated with obesity, hormonal imbalance, liver disease, and exogenous steroid use. Prior to choosing a surgical solution for gynecomastia, medical problems and breast disease should be ruled out and a period of diet and exercise is recommended.

Enlarged male breasts may be a combination of both fatty and glandular tissue. Treatment may involve breast reduction surgery combining the removal of fatty tissue with liposuction with the excision of glandular tissue under the nipple area.

Gynecomastia reduction surgery usually takes approximately 1 to 3 hours depending on the size of the breasts. SmartLipo laser lipoplasty is combined with power-assisted micro-cannula liposuction and possible excision of sub areola glandular tissue to obtain normal male breast appearance.

Postoperatively, bed rest is recommended for the first day. A compression vest is worn for 2 to 3 weeks. Most patients return to work within 48hrs and can return to physical exercise within 2 weeks.

The cost of male breast reduction surgery ranges from $3500 to $4500 depending on size of breasts.