In what conditions should I undergo gynecomastia?

A condition where the breasts of the men start increasing unusually and become a reason of disappointment and embarrassment for them that they start wearing loose shirts, to avoid social interactions, is considered as Gynecomastia. There can be many reasons for getting into a condition of Gynecomastia.

– Hereditary
– Puberty(Changes in Hormones)
– Obesity
– Aging

Gynecomastia Surgery is done to remove the excess fat from the breasts of men and overcome the condition of Gynecomastia. This surgery helps them gain a new self confidence and faith in their body which leads to a healthy lifestyle.This surgery is done with the help of incisions , the choice of anesthesia is done by surgeon whichever is suitable for the patient, Full recovery is done in 4-6 months, and full results can be seen once all the swelling and soreness has gone away and scars have been faded.

Should I have gynecomastia surgery?

Before getting any surgery done, many questions arise in your mind which make you wonder if you should get this surgery done or not. All the answers to your doubts will be discussed below which can make you clear everything about this surgery, and you can freely decide to opt for this surgery or not.

1. Confirm Your Eligibility For Gynecomastia surgery
You can wait till 18 years of age as enlargement of breasts might be due to the puberty phase which gets normal with age as is the case in most of the times. But, if your enlarging of breasts is not stopping even after becoming an adult and you are having self doubts, it is affecting you emotionally then you are totally eligible for Gynecomastia surgery to remove this excess fat in your breasts.You should avoid smoking or drinking before a few days of the surgery to have good healing after the surgery. If you are still confused whether to opt for surgery or not then you better rely on surgeon’s recommendations.

2. Should Have Full Knowledge of Procedure of Surgery
To know exactly how the surgeon is going to perform your surgery is very important. Gynecomastia surgery includes some steps in the procedure which are explained below
1. Firstly Local/ General anesthesia is provided to the patient. Some medicines are provided to get relief from the pain that can be caused by the surgery.
2. With the use of incisions, and method of liposuctions, a cannula tube is moved in back and forth direction for the removal of excess fat.
3. After that nipples are placed back into their position and the stitches are made to close the wounds.

3. Get to Know Benefits of Gynecomastia Surgery
It is very important to know what kind of benefits you will get from the surgery which can help you in making the decisions regarding the surgery.

#Wearing Whatever you Want to Wear
Clothes which you were unable to wear due to heavy breasts, especially tight clothes,after getting Gynecomastia surgery, you can wear them as you desire. After the surgery, your whole look gets enhanced.

#Boosts Your Self Confidence
Self confidence which you lost due to a feeling of embarrassment due to your increase in the size of breasts, can be gained once again with the help of Gynecomastia surgery.

#Provides Masculine Appearance
Breasts make you look feminine which becomes a reason for your disappointment on your body. Removing this excess fat from breasts and tightening it makes your appearance more masculine which makes you develop emotionally.

# Provides a Healthy Lifestyle
With the removal of fat from your breasts, and having a new attractive appearance, you can continue the activities for which you were not confident before to do, it will make you more healthy than before. Therefore, This surgery provides you with an active and healthy lifestyle.

4. Be Aware of Risks And Complications
Every surgery has some risks and complications under it which are very important to know. You can discuss your condition to the surgeon also, to know risks as per your condition too. Gynecomastia includes risks and complications like
1. Minimal Pain
2. Numbness around nipple area
3. Bleeding and Blood Clots
4. Pain Around Chest
5. Risk of Infection
6. Scarring After the Surgery

5. Should Have Knowledge of Results And Recovery
Gynecomastia surgery includes quick recovery as compared to other surgeries. For recovering from Gynecomastia surgery, it takes up to four to six months as scars and swelling, wounds of surgery need time to heal. You should discuss your surgery with the surgeon and have a discussion about your expectations with the results which will help you in having real expectations from the surgery rather than having unrealistic ones. Results of this surgery are long lasting.

Its one’s personal choice if they want to undergo gynecomastia surgery or not after knowing all the aspects of it. But after your thorough medical examinations and conditions, surgeon’s recommendations must also be taken into consideration. Sometimes gynecomastia is a temporary problem due to a particular phase and might go away with time. So it’s better that you share your concerns with your surgeon and have a thorough discussion regarding the final decision.
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