Gynecomastia Surgery / Male Breast Reduction: Gynecomastia is referred to as male breasts, since this abnormality only occurs in males. This condition can start in adolescence and may persist or can develop in an older man due to steroid abuse, weight gain, hormonal imbalance, or a side effect of certain medications. Fortunately, this common condition in the adolescent age group generally resolves in two years. However, if this condition continues it causes stress as well as embarrassment, causing patients to seek gynecomastia treatment. Male breast reduction can be obtained with the help of liposuction as well as surgical removal of the breasts. Most of the time this can be performed through limited incisions that leave inconspicuous scars. The procedure is done under general anesthesia, and takes approximately two hours. Drains are placed at the time of surgery, and can be removed in the office in two to five days. Dr. Rosso suggests patients wear a compression vest for two months to aid in the skin re-draping process. Patients can resume most activities within two weeks, and should be able to perform chest exercises and heavy lifting by eight weeks. It is important to avoid steroid use if this was a causative factor.


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