Men who have excessive enlarged breasts have a condition called Gynecomastia. It can occur to men of all age groups as it is normally due to a imbalance of hormones or irregular fat accumulation in the chest area. It is a serious condition in the sense that it affects men in social relationships and brings about emotional pain.

Most men simply keep their breasts hidden with certain clothing or employ additional techniques that ultimately end up in a lower self confidence. The quick solution is male breast reduction surgery that can eliminate the embarrassment and fears.

Am I a good candidate for Male Breast Reduction surgery?

Virtually every man who is very embarrassed socially from Gynecomastia is eligible. Generally, men who are younger, have better opportunity for skin recovery due to elasticity and breast reconfiguration. If you do not have any other major medical condition you are eligible for Male Breast Reduction surgery.

Before the procedure became popular, doctors normally recommended to patients to alter their lifestyle, such as weight loss and diet. However, the quick solution is Breast Reduction surgery but with all surgeries there are potential complications. Additional choices must be weighed, unless the condition is major and needs attention right away.

The good news is breast reduction for men has a low risk for complications. The patient's level of health factors into the chances and results may be just skin infections to major effects, like irreversible chest deformation. A well-trained and experienced surgeon can, lower the potential of such problems.

What to Expect During the Procedure?

Basically, the actual procedure involves removing irregular accumulated fat tissue. In the situation of pseudogynecomastia, liposuction is combined with the surgery, so that excessive fat and more fibrous can be removed. The incision is quite miniature, smaller than an inch, and is performed on the outside area of the nipples; the physician places inside a small cannula that takes out the fat which brings about enlarged breasts.

The liposuction surgery that accompanies it sucking out the extra fluids from the body with small tubes placed inside the chest region. Following the procedure, the patient will be required to be bedridden for a while from doctor recommendations. It is because it is very important for the body to recover from the surgery so healing time is necessary. In any event, the chest will need to be wrapped, to maintain the skin in its new place.

What are the Costs of Male Breast Reduction?

The cost of Breast Reduction surgery is dependent on lots of variables like the city, the surgeon, the amount of fibrous tissue to be removed, and the clinic. On average, the cost ranges in the USA can range from $7,500 up to $18,500, and in foreign countries such as Asia and India, it can be under 5,000$ but you must weigh the costs of the trip there, hotels, hospitals, etc.