Gynecomastia (Male Breast Reduction)

Gynecomastia is a medical condition indicating excessive breast tissue or fullness in men which can give male patients significant emotional and psychological issues. This is a common problem for patients who have lost weight and for adolescents. There are sometimes other causes as well, such as anabolic steroid use, marijuana use, genetic disorders, tumors, medications, and certain syndromes. Male breast reduction surgery is a medical treatment for gynecomastia which is one of the top sought out surgeries for men.

Treatment Options

Depending on the severity and classification type of gynecomastia present, several different treatment options may be recommended. If there is only a fatty component, liposuction can be used to correct this. If there is also excessive skin present, a portion of the skin may be removed to help re-contour the chest. This will leave a scar in the bottom chest fold that will heal and become less visible over time.