Male Breast Reduction Surgery (Gynecomastia)
Gynecomastia, is the imbalance of the hormones estrogen and progesterone that causes swelling in breast tissue in some men and boys.
The cause might be due to genetics, certain medications, or other unspecified reasons. It can affect one or both breasts, and make men or boys feel embarrassed.
Fortunately, medication and surgery can help. In case medication fails, plastic surgery, to be more specific surgery for breast reduction, is the best option.
Male breast reduction procedure
In this procedure, our highly qualified surgeons restore a naturally masculine appearance to your chest.
The procedure for treating gynecomastia is typically performed under local anesthesia with sedation or under general anesthesia.
Types of male breast reduction:
Depending on your condition and needs, your plastic surgeon chooses the best technique that would lead to your expectation. Types of male breast reduction include:
Mastectomy (excision technique)
In this technique your surgeon makes incisions along a portion of the edge of the areola or within the armpit. Through the incisions, then, your surgeon removes excess fat and glandular tissue and makes the breasts smaller, flatter, firmer and more masculine. If necessary your surgeon will also reposition the nipples.
Liposuction
Depending on your preferences, liposuction can be done under local or general anesthesia. In this method, your surgeon extracts fat through suction.
Combination of liposuction and excision technique
In cases that it is necessary for the patient to both remove fat and excess tissue, a combination of liposuction and excision technique is recommended.
After the surgery
With today’s advanced techniques, the recovery will be quick, and the scars will be invisible.
It is noted that male breast reduction is the only effective treatment for gynecomastia that has permanent results. It is needless to say that after the surgery patients report an enhanced sense of self-confidence.
However, it is normal to experience soreness and some swelling.
Typically, patients can return to their normal daily routine within a week after the surgery.
It is recommended to avoid heavy exercise for a couple of weeks after the surgery.
It is of high importance to note that significant weight gain, steroid use, certain medical conditions, or unhealthy lifestyle could result in a recurrence of gynecomastia.
How much does a male breast reduction cost?
It is noteworthy that plastic surgery in Iran is done under highly skillful hands of accomplished Iranian surgeons. The good news is the cost of surgery in Iran is quite low. Male breast reduction surgery cost is no exception. Male breast reduction surgery cost in Iran is highly competitive as you can see in the following chart. That is why many people who are considering male breat reduction abroad choose Iran as their destination.
