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Solution For Man-Boob Problems - Male Breast Reduction Surgery

By: Hispanic Breast reduction is usually performed through incisions on your breasts with surgical removal of the excess fat, glandular tissue and skin. In some cases, excess fat may be removed through liposuction in conjunction with the excision techniques described below. If breast size is largely due to fatty tissue and excess skin is not a factor, liposuction alone may be used for breast reduction. The procedure is called gynecomastia surgery when done in men.

Gynecomastia refers to the condition of the development of female-like breasts in men. Around 50 percent of men of different races around the world have this condition. It can develop during adolescence, with the male as young as twelve years old. This condition is due to hormonal changes, and is also due to improper diet, drug intake, and other lifestyle-induced hormonal imbalances.

Although gynecomastia surgery is a very effective procedure, not every man wants to have it done due to several disadvantages. Aside from being a costly operation, the procedure is also painful afterwards and takes quite a while to heal. During the recovery period, the patient can feel a lot of discomfort. Ugly scars, infection and bleeding might also develop after the procedure. But in spite of its many disadvantages, the results are excellent. The breasts are smaller, and the results are seen right away.

In many cases, there is no need for surgery as changes in lifestyle or diet can reverse gynecomastia. For some, however, the only option is gynecomastia surgery. This procedure is usually performed as an outpatient surgery, although the patient may be required to stay for a few days in the hospital for recovery.

Medications are administered for your comfort during the surgical procedure. The choices include intravenous sedation and general anesthesia. Your doctor will recommend the best choice for you. Incision options include a circular pattern around the areola, a keyhole or racket-shaped pattern with an incision around the areola and vertically down to the breast crease or an inverted T or anchor-shaped incision pattern. The incisions are brought together to reshape the now smaller breast. The results of your breast reduction surgery are immediately visible. Over time, post-surgical swelling will resolve and incision lines will fade. Satisfaction with your new image should continue to grow as you recover, but be warned of the hefty $2000-$6000 price tag.