What is a Breast Growth Problem (Gynecomastia) in Men?

The problem of breast growth in men, also called 'gynecomastia' in medical language, is the overgrowth of breast tissue caused by hormone imbalance. 

The problem of breast growth in men manifests itself in three categories. In gynecomastia, which is the first category, slight swelling in the breast is observed, and in the second type of gynecomastia problem, swelling in the milk glands is observed. Liposuction treatment is preferred for these two types of complaints and swelling disappears with this method. In the third category, which is among the types of gynecomastia, the discomfort is more advanced. Excessive growth and swelling of breast tissue are observed. The healthiest method for the treatment of the third type of breast growth is surgery to be performed by plastic surgeons.

This problem, which can occur in many periods of the individual, is felt in two ways. There can be many reasons for excessive growth in both breasts. Due to factors such as genetic disorders, liver disease, being overweight, old age, puberty, and hormone irregularity, the male breast reaches a feminine appearance.

How is Gynecomastia Performed in Men?

The solution to this discomfort caused by factors such as excessive secretion of estrogen hormone, living conditions, and diet is possible with gynecomastia surgery. However, it is healthier to wait a few years before the procedure. In this process, the course of the individual's gynecomastia disease and whether the solution to this problem is possible with medicaments should be observed. In cases requiring surgery, it is very important that the doctor who will operate is a plastic surgeon who is an expert in the field and that the operation is performed under hospital conditions. 

Gynecomastia is an operation performed under general anesthesia and lasts an average of 1.5 hours. During the procedure, a small incision of 2 cm is made in the area where the colored and colorless areas of the breast are combined, thus opening up space for the details of the operation. Except for the subcutaneous tissue, the excess fat accumulated in the breast tissue and surrounding tissues is removed by the liposuction method. The most important detail during the operation is that the amount of oil to be removed can be adjusted correctly. Otherwise, it is possible to encounter such ailments as depression and blistering, which are difficult to correct. In the operation performed by specialist surgeons in the field, there is no problem arising from this detail. After gynecomastia surgery, which does not require more than one operation and is completed in a single session, there is no intense scar. The slight scars that can be seen are hidden by the chest hairs.

Who is a Good Candidate for Gynecomastia Operation?

If breast growth discomfort is in the first and second type category, it can usually be solved with fat removal treatment. However, surgery is the most appropriate option for the third type of gynecomastia, which is more advanced. For gynecomastia operation, which is a solution to breast growth discomfort, which is a difficult situation and can create psychological problems, the individual must be older than 18 years. 

It would be the right choice to wait for a while for the gynecomastia problem that occurs during adolescence. Because during adolescence, body development is about to be completed. In adolescent individuals who have breast growth problems, this problem can disappear in a period of 6 months or 2 years. This age range is quite dangerous because the risk of gynecomastia will increase in men between the ages of 50-80. 

Surgery is a permanent solution to solve the increase in breast tissue that may occur due to factors such as androgen use and liver discomfort. As a result of comprehensive analyzes and examinations to be performed before surgery, the underlying causes of the individual's discomfort should be found. Before the gynecomastia operation, a detailed physical examination of the patient should be performed and it should be well understood whether there are additional diseases that may prevent the operation.

What are the Advantages of Gynecomastia Treatment?

The increase in tissue that causes gynecomastia discomfort and the excess in the breast area is reduced by liposuction (fat removal) if it is caused by fat tissue, and the breast is transferred from the feminine image to the male image. In this way, all negative effects arising from the individual's related problem are eliminated. In the absence of rapid weight gain and loss processes after surgery, the effects of gynecomastia operation are permanent and breast growth is not observed again in the future. Regular sports and a balanced diet are very important for the continuation of the successful effects of the operation. 

After the surgery, the chest muscles of the individual gain a more aesthetic and prominent appearance. The individual who has lost self-confidence due to breast growth can regain this self-confidence with the operation. With the solution of the gynecomastia problem that methods such as sports, regular diet, and medicament supplementation cannot cure, the individual can be involved in life in a more positive mood.