Male Breast Reduction

(Gynaecomastia)

Male breast over-development, or Gynaecomastia, is generally a bilateral and symmetrical anatomical abnormality of male breast maturation.

Occasionally due to endocrine hormone abnormalities, the process most often occurs with no apparent cause in adolescent or fully mature males. Obesity may be a contributing factor, but equally often the problem is simply due to undesirable pectoral fat storage and some element of glandular tissue enlargement in the male breast.

Gynaecomastia affects an estimated 40 to 60 percent of men. It may affect only one breast or both. For men who feel self-conscious about their appearance, breast reduction surgery can help.

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Treatment of Gynaecomastia usually entails a combination of  tumescent liposuction contouring, and direct removal of excess glandular breast tissue which is too fibrous to be removed and shaped by liposuction technique alone. A small incision under each nipple results, and generally heals quite favourably.       

The procedure removes fat and or glandular tissue from the breasts, and in extreme cases removes excess skin, resulting in a chest that is flatter, firmer, and better contoured.  A compression garment is worn on the chest for about two weeks after surgery, and exercise is limited for about 3-4 weeks.

Average Cost: $4000-$6000

Please ask your doctor for further information.

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