Gynaecomastia Correction

Gynecomastia, casually known as "man boobs", is a typical condition in men and boys. In this condition breasts expands and become bigger in size. This is mainly seen in infants, young men during puberty and in older age. This word is derived from Greek word Gyne means woman and mastos means breast.

For most men Gynecomastia can be a major issue as it can cause lot of social embracement and humiliation. Men feel humiliated because of their appearance of female like breasts. Boys or men affected with Gynecomastia tries to social gathering, events and taking showers in pools. Boys who go to school avoid participating in athletics activities such as in any case they have to take off their t-shirt. 66% of males are affected with Gynecomastia during their puberty and sometimes it also seen to be persists till adolescence.

At Cosmetic Kraft, Gynecomastia surgery is being done by our Gynecomastia specialist using the world most advance and recent technique which is hi-def VASER liposuction.

What is the cause of gynecomastia in men ?

Hormone imbalance between the sex hormones estrogen and testosterone is the main cause of Gynecomastia. As estrogen (female hormone) hormone cause development of breast tissue while testosterone (male hormone) suppress the growth of breast tissue. When the level of estrogen hormone increases growth of breast tissue occurs in males. Obesity, steroids, certain medicines, hyperthyroidism are some other causes of Gynecomastia.

What are the components of Gynecomastia?

The Gynecomastia or man boobs consists of two main components

• Glandular tissue – which is firm and dense.
• Fatty tissue – which is soft.

The ratio of glandular to fatty tissue varies from patient to patient. In individuals with Gynecomastia there may be two types of tissues.

What are types of Gynecomastia?

Gynecomastia is usually of two types

• True Gynecomastia: Due to proliferation of ducts and periductal tissues.
• Pseudo Gynecomastia: Due to deposition of adipose tissue or to the presence of an excessive amount of skin.

What are the symptoms of Gynecomastia?

The symptoms of Gynecomastia are

• The breast gland tissue swells and become tender
• Diameter of areola increases and chest becomes symmetrical

Treatment of gynecomastia

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Gynecomastia surgery is done under local or general anaesthesia under the following steps

• In Gynecomastia surgery first marking is done from where all the abudance fat and glandular breast tissue are to be removed.
• After that anaesthesia is administered this can be either local or general. The choice of anaesthesia depends on some factors such as type and grade of Gynecomastia, obesity, underlying medical conditions.
• Very small incision is being made near nipple areolar region and VASER probe is being inserted for breaking fat and fibrous tissue. Fat and fibrous tissue are broken and by ultrasonic cavitations and a proper contour of the whole chest is given.
• When no fat is seen to be coming out from the area then suction is being stopped.
• The extra glandular breast tissue is being removed by enlarging incision. After the surgery only a small scar is visible which gradually goes away with time.

What are the precautions you have to take after Gynecomastia surgery?

After surgery, a small dressing is done over the chest and pressure garment is applied to minimize swelling and support your new chest contour as it heals. Some of the precautions which you have to take following your Gynecomastia surgery are

• You can take bath next day after the procedure and after that no dressing is applied. The sutures will be removed around 10 to 14 days.
• You will be prescribed 7 days course of antibiotics and analgesics after the procedure.
• You can resume normal activity once you are comfortable to do movements. Mostly 1 or 2 days rest is enough to recover.
• You can start exercise after 1 or 2 weeks once you are comfortable.
• You have to avoid driving for first 24 hrs and if possible accompany a person with you.

When you will see the final result of the procedure?

After the surgery there will be small scar which will be not at all visible. The scar will heal within 6 months and after that they will not at all visible. Within a month after surgery you will start seeing the change in shape and reduction in breast size.

What are the safety and risks of Gynecomastia surgery?

The procedure is completely safe and there are no chance of coming back again .The side effects after the gynecomastia procedure include

• Swelling
• Bruising at some part of the chest
• Pain and Discomfort
• Numbness

These are temporary and will resolve within 7 to 10 days after the procedure. To reduce these side effects you have to wear compression garments for first 2 months.