Male Breast Reduction
Gynaecomastia Surgery
Male Breast Reduction
Men who have excess fat or glandular tissue (or a combination of both) in their chest area may feel self-conscious or embarrassed. The cause of gynaecomastia is unknown, but it is common among teens, and usually subsides with puberty. There are other medical problems that may cause gynaecomastia such as hormonal imbalance, side effects from herbal remedies or medications, among others. If the excess fat is due to obesity, it is best to reduce the size as much as possible through diet and exercise.
Dr Tran can help men reduce the appearance of enlarged chests with surgery. If the issue is isolated to fat, liposuction may be enough to achieve the desired results. However, in some cases, the breast tissue, which is more dense than fat, needs surgical removal. The location of the incision will vary but is usually made at the lower border of the areola, or under the breast if excess skin needs to be removed.
Who Is a Candidate for Gynaecomastia Surgery?
- A man who is unhappy with fatty, breast-like appearance of his chest.
- A man who is in relatively good health
- A man who is at a stable weight, and has lost as much excess weight as possible
Who Is Not a Candidate for Gynaecomastia Surgery?
- A man who wishes to use gynecomastia surgery to reduce his weight
- A man who is in poor physical condition, or is taking medication or recreational drugs that may interfere with healing
Procedure Description for Gynaecomastia Surgery
- Dr Tran performs this surgery under local or general anaesthesia in conjunction with liposuction
- An incision is made at lower border of the areola, or below the breast, depending on the extent of correction needed and whether fat, tissue or skin will be removed.
- If breast tissue will be removed, it will be excised through the incision.
- The liposuction cannula will be inserted into the incision to remove excess fat.
- After the reduction is complete, the incision will be closed with sutures.
- The area will be covered with waterproof dressings which may be removed after 2 days.
Healing and Recovery for Gynaecomastia Surgery
- It is very important that you follow Dr Tran's instructions carefully to avoid complications including fluid build up or serums. You may feel bruising and redness in the area of the incisions for several days, which will resolve..
- Drains may be placed and left in for 1-2 days for larger operations or revision gynaecomastia surgery.
Risks of Surgery
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General risks that can occur across a number of cosmetic surgery procedures include bleeding, infection, haematoma, poor healing and scarring, nerve injury, contour irregularities, pain, nerve damage, anaesthetic complications and undesirable aesthetic outcomes. Occasionally, some patients require revision surgery.
Patients with medical conditions may have increased specific and individualised risks.
Please visit drtran.com.au/breastandbody/risks-of-surgery/ for more information regarding surgery risks.