Gynecomastia
How to eliminate male boobs
Gynecomastia, or enlarged male breasts, is a common condition in men. It consists of an enlarged breast that gives the appearance of women’s boobs. The cause can be an excess of fat or a hormonal change that stimulates chest enlargement.
For both cases, you can have a surgical treatment, to recover a masculine flat chest.
Due to obesity, age, or hormonal causes, you can have Gynecomastia, and recover your male chest with a surgical procedure. Stop feeling embarrassed!
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What is Gynecomastia?
- Gynecomastia or male boobs is a condition that causes enlarged breasts in men.
- The condition can be caused by several factors, including obesity, aging, and hormone imbalances.
- It can happen at any age, from hormonal changes in teenagers to seniors.
- If you are suffering from gynecomastia, there are several treatments available to you
- Surgery is the most common treatment for gynecomastia.
- For many men, Gynecomastia creates embarrassment and a lack of self-esteem.
What causes gynecomastia?
Gynecomastia has several causes, including hormonal imbalances, certain medications, age, and obesity. If you are suffering from gynecomastia, consult a doctor to find the underlying cause. Once the cause is determined, your doctor will recommend the best treatment option.
Medication
In some cases, gynecomastia can disappear with medication. However, if your case is severe, you may need to consider surgery. There are two main types of surgery to treat gynecomastia: liposuction and excision.
Liposuction
Liposuction is a relatively simple procedure that involves suctioning fat from the chest area. This procedure is an option for mild cases of gynecomastia.
Excision
Excision is a more invasive surgery that involves removing the excess tissue from the chest area. This type of surgery is the best for more severe cases of gynecomastia.
Liposuction to eliminate gynecomastia.
The most common method to eliminate gynecomastia is liposuction.
During this procedure, the doctors practice a small incision in the skin and insert a thin, hollow tube called a cannula. The cannula is then used to suction out excess fat from the area.
- Liposuction employs a vacuum system to suction the fat.
- This method is only to eliminate fat deposits, that’s the so-called pseudo gynecomastia.
- It’s an outpatient procedure, which means that you’ll be home the same day.
- After the procedure, you may have unnoticed small scars.
Excision to eliminate gynecomastia
In some cases, the surgeons may remove the excess glandular breast tissue through an incision.
- Excision is necessary if there is a large amount of excess tissue or the tissue is very hard.
- Direct excision is also an option for men who had previous liposuction procedures with no success.
- After the removal of excess tissue, the incisions are closed with stitches.
- You will likely have some bruising and swelling after the procedure, but this should subside within a few weeks.
- There may also be some temporary numbness in the area.
- Gynecomastia surgery results in a noticeable improvement in the appearance of the chest.
Who is a candidate for Gynecomastia?
If you are a male with enlarged breasts, you may have Gynocomastia. It can be caused by a hormonal condition or fat accumulation.
In the first case, you may have a glandular tissue growing.
If you feel embarrassed by the size of your chest, you must consult a certified plastic surgeon for an evaluation.
Recovery after surgery
After you have successfully undergone surgery to correct your gynecomastia, it is important to take the necessary steps for a full and healthy recovery. Here are a few things you can expect during your gynecomastia surgery recovery:
- You may experience pain and discomfort immediately following your surgery.
- You’ll wear a compression garment for several weeks after surgery to help reduce swelling and support your newly reshaped chest.
- For a few days, you may have some drains placed during surgery to help remove excess fluid from the area.
- You must avoid strenuous activity and lifting heavy objects for at least six weeks after surgery.
- Keep your incisions clean and dry to avoid infection.
- Recovery times vary from patient to patient, but most people feel well enough to return to work and other normal activities within a few weeks.
Benefits of
Gynecomastia surgery
Gynecomastia surgery can thus provide patients with a wide range of benefits that can help them lead a better quality of life.
There are many benefits of Gynecomastia surgery for patients. Some of the most common benefits include:
Body enhancement
You’ll have a more masculine silhouette.
Stop feeling bad.
You’ll have an improvement in self-esteem.
Sexual confidence
You can relief from embarrassment and lack of confidence in bed!
Physical well-being
You can practice sports or going to the gym with a better body condition.
Self-esteem improvement
The surgery reduces the psychological stress and anxiety often associated with having enlarged male breasts.
Why coming to Tijuana to have Gynecomastia surgery?
If you are considering Gynecomastia surgery, you must consult with a qualified and experienced surgeon who can provide you with all the necessary information about the surgery and its benefits.
Tijuana should be on your list of potential destinations. With its affordable prices and high-quality medical care, Tijuana is an ideal place to receive treatment.
Meet the surgeons at Vive Pasltic Surgery in Tijuana. They are highly skilled and experienced plastic surgeons for the best results. Come to learn about your options to get natural-looking results, improving your appearance and confidence