A male breast reduction is the most effective known treatment for gynecomastia, or enlarged male breasts. This cosmetic surgery procedure removes excess fat and glandular tissue to restore a flatter, firmer and more masculine contour to the chest. Primarily the patient/person comes to the attending surgeon with enlargement of the male breasts. It is typically symmetrical in location with regard to the nipple and may have a rubbery or firm feel. Gynaecomastia usually occurs on both sides but can be unilateral in some cases. The enlargement may be greater on one side even if both sides are involved. Tenderness and sensitivity may be present, although there is typically no severe pain.

Growing number of gynaecomastia patients are treated today using liposuction. Liposuction surgery removes excess deposits of fat to sculpt an improved shape to a patient’s body. While liposuction is best known as a fat removal procedure, it is also one of the best procedures to help a patient refine his or her shape.

More severe cases of gynaecomastia may require surgical tissue excision to achieve optimal results. Additionally, patients who have stretched, sagging skin around the breasts will usually require this approach. Tissue excisions allows a surgeon to remove a greater amount of glandular tissue and/or skin that cannot be successfully treated with liposuction alone.

What causes gynaecomastia?
Though the exact cause is not always known, gynaecomastia has been linked to certain medications, hormonal imbalance and steroid use.
Does exercise correct man boobs?
Exercise can reduce excess stored fat on the chest; however, it has no effect on the dense glandular tissue caused by gynaecomastia. Some men are dismayed to find that no matter how hard or often they exercise, their breasts do not get smaller.

At what age can a patient undergo surgery for gynaecomastia?
Generally, it is recommended to wait until 18 years age. Hormonal fluctuations that occur with adolescence spontaneously resolve within a few years, bringing along the potential resolution of the enlargement in the breast tissue.
Can gynaecomastia reappear after surgery?

In most cases, the results of gynaecomastia surgery are long-term. However, weight gain, steroid or drug use and hormone fluctuations may lead to a recurrence of gynaecomastia.

How long does surgery take?
Male breast reduction takes approximately 1 ½ – 2 hours. Surgery is done either under local anesthesia or general anesthesia depending upon the surgeon and patients preference.Patient can go home the same day or can be admitted for an overnight stay.