Male Breast Reduction

Weight fluctuations, medications, or certain lifestyle choices can cause gynecomastia to reoccur after surgery. For this reason, its important to understand the causes of your gynecomastia so you can avoid them.

Men can develop enlarged breasts for a number of reasons. This condition is called gynecomastia.

Gynecomastia surgery is performed using general anesthesia or sedation to ensure you are comfortable during the procedure. During recovery, you can expect some degree of discomfort, depending on whether you have liposuction alone or combined with surgical excision. Any discomfort is easily manageable with prescription medication or over-the-counter pain relievers.

Gynecomastia can sometimes be caused by weight gain, meaning losing weight can help lessen its appearance.

Gynecomastia can return after surgery if the underlying causes arent addressed. For this reason, its important to explore possible causes during your consultation.

Its best to wear your compression garment as much as possible for the first 4 weeks after surgery. During your follow-up appointment, your board-certified plastic surgeon can indicate when its appropriate to stop wearing it.

It can take 1-2 weeks for most swelling to subside after gynecomastia surgery. However, it may take longer for residual swelling to go away.

Each insurance company is unique, so it is best to check with yours to determine if your procedure will be covered. In rare instances, insurance may cover gynecomastia correction if it is considered a medical condition. The best course of action is to get a copy of your insurance policy on gynecomastia to see exactly what they require to qualify for surgery.

Every surgery produces scarring, but your plastic surgeon can place your incisions within the natural contours of your chest so they are less noticeable if they dont fade completely.

In some cases, gynecomastia cant be prevented. However, you may be able to find results by living an active, healthy lifestyle and avoiding drug use. Certain medications can also cause gynecomastia so consult your regular physician to explore your alternatives.

Most men require 1-2 weeks of recovery after breast reduction. However, if you work a more labor-intensive job, you may need to give yourself longer to recover.

Its best to wait until your incisions are fully healed, or about 3 weeks. Your plastic surgeon can give you the best indication of when to begin massaging.

Generally, you can tell the difference between gynecomastia and pseudogynecomastia by feeling the breast. If theres a firmer mass underneath it, its typically breast tissue and thus gynecomastia. If it feels like fatty tissue, its likely pseudogynecomastia.

Gynecomastia is caused by the growth of breast tissue in men who are otherwise at a healthy weight. You may have pseudogynecomastia if your breasts are simply caused by fatty tissue.

Gynecomastia can sometimes be treated with lifestyle changes or by simply waiting for hormone changes. In cases where it doesnt respond to these methods, gynecomastia surgery can be effective.

In general, insurance requires that the gynecomastia has lasted for 2 years, is associated with significant pain, is not caused by medication or other drugs, and hormonal causes have been ruled out. A mammogram or ultrasound may be required. If considered medically necessary, your insurance may help cover your procedure.

The male breast reduction recovery process is fairly quick, and you should be able to get back to your normal, daily routine within a week. Exercises can also be resumed as long as it does not require strenuous use of the chest area. More strenuous activity should wait for several weeks, depending on the techniques that were used during your procedure.

Certain types of gynecomastia can be gotten rid of by adjusting your lifestyle or medications. Some types will also subside on their own with patience. Your plastic surgeon can help you determine your next steps in treatment if youre considering surgery.

Any time the skin is cut to perform surgery there must be a scar. The length of your scar will depend on the type of surgery and how extensive it is. Dr. Kayastha is committed to using the shortest scars possible while still achieving the results you want. Dr. Kayastha takes great care to ensure that you will have the best scar possible. Surgery is performed precisely and gently. After surgery multiple techniques including taping, silicone sheeting, scar cream, massage and lasers may be used to optimize the appearance of your scar.

The cost of your male breast reduction will depend on your unique circumstances. A consultation is needed to get an accurate cost estimate. See our pricing page for average costs for the procedure you are interested in. We offer financing (kplasticsurgery.com/resources/payment-options/) to help pay for your procedure if needed. Call / contact us to schedule you consultation and to get a cost estimate for your male breast reduction.