Did you know that breast reduction surgery is not just for women? It’s true. Millions of men suffer from a condition known as gynecomastia – the development of enlarged male breasts. This is an embarrassing condition that can cause low self-esteem and make it difficult to do even normal activities. If you have gynecomastia, you may be embarrassed to remove your shirt. You may even be embarrassed when you are fully clothed. But fortunately, you don’t have to live with this condition. You can have male breast reduction surgery.

Gynecomastia is not a condition that happens when you get older. Men of any age can suffer from this condition. It is caused by many different factors including genetics, the use of certain medications and hormonal changes.

Male breast reduction surgery is the most effective known treatment for gynecomastia. It can be performed on teens or adult males. This procedure is technically known as reduction mammaplasty. Male breast reduction is a surgical procedure that removes excess fat, glandular tissue and skin to produce a firmer, flatter, more masculine chest contour.

What You Need to Know About Male Breast Reduction Surgery
 

1. Sometimes, with gynecomastia, only one breast is affected.

2. Adolescent gynecomastia may resolve itself a year or two after onset. This usually happens between the ages of 14 and 16. That means a young man in puberty may outgrow his enlarged breasts.

3. Male breast reduction surgery is quite common. Thousands of men each year undergo the procedure.

4. You may be a good candidate for the surgery if you are physically healthy and of normal weight, and are bothered by the appearance of your breasts.

5. Male breast reduction surgery is permanent, but there are external factors that contribute to gynecomastia. So you should maintain a healthy lifestyle, watch the supplements and medications that you take, and seek treatment for medical conditions that may cause your gynecomastia to return.

To find out if male breast reduction surgery is right for you, contact us for more information or to schedule a consultation. Weston Center for Plastic Surgery is located in Weston, FL and serves residents of Fort Lauderdale and Broward County.