Beverly Hills Man Boob Surgery
Gynecomastia (Man Boobs) Procedure
GYNECOMASTIAMAN BOOBS
Gynecomastia is a breast condition that affects men due to loss of testosterone. The condition is associated with enlarged breasts and excess breast tissue which causes the breasts to sag. Gynecomastia procedure or male breast reduction is a surgical procedure designed to reduce the size of breasts within men and flatten the chest contours.
About Gynecomastia
Gynecomastia or enlarged breasts can occur at any age and it involves excess localized fat, excess glandular tissue development, excess breast skin, and it can affect one or both breasts. Gynecomastia can be caused by several factors:
Obesity
Heredity
Excess weight
Medications
Drug use
Hyperthyroidism
This condition can seriously affect self-confidence and prevent men from engaging in physical activities in order to hide their condition.
Best Candidates For Gynecomastia Surgery
If you are experiencing enlarged breasts dues to some of the above-mentioned causes and you are unhappy with your appearance, you may be a good candidate for male breast reduction surgery. The procedure can reduce the size of your breasts and flatten your chest colors thus giving you a smoother look which will increase your self-confidence.
If you are considering undergoing this procedure, you should be aware of certain factors before you make a final decision. It is important that a candidate is a healthy individual who does not suffer from a serious illness, as this can impair the healing process. Maintaining a normal weight is also a relevant factor when thinking about gynecomastia. The ideal candidate is a nonsmoker and also a non-drug user if you wish to undergo the surgery.
It is important to maintain realistic expectation regarding what the procedure can do for you. You should consider both the benefits and the risks of the procedure before making a final decision. It is crucial that you turn to a highly-reputable surgeon to perform the procedure. You should consider a board-certified surgeon with lots of experience and training.
Preparing For The Surgery
Your initial consultation with your surgeon is crucial as you should ask your doctor about everything that concerns you regarding the procedure. He should inform you of all the benefits and risks of the surgery and make sure that you fully understand the procedure. You will be obliged to sign a consent prior to the surgery.
Your doctor will require you to do some lab testing prior to the surgery to determine your health condition, and he will also instruct you on what medications to use or avoid before the procedure. It is recommended that you avoid taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs or herbal supplements as they can increase bleeding. You will be required to stop smoking before the procedure as well.
In order for the procedure to be a success, you must do your part and follow the doctor’s instructions carefully. The surgery may be performed in an office-based surgical facility or a hospital.
Risks Associated With Gynecomastia
As with any other surgical procedure, there are certain risks involved with male breast reduction as well. Your doctor will discuss them with you during your consultation. The risks associated with the procedure include:
Bleeding
Blod clots
Anesthesia risks
Reaction to tape, suture materials, glues, topical preparations etc
Asymmetry
Breast contour and shape irregularities
Permanent change in nipple or breast sensation
Deep vein thrombosis, cardiac or pulmonary complications
Fat necrosis
Seroma (fluid accumulation)
Infection
Persistent pain
Damage to nerves, blood vessels, muscles, and lungs
Unfavorable scarring
Poor wound healing
Procedure
Gynecomastia procedure starts with intravenous sedation or general anesthesia and your doctor will recommend the best option. The procedure may vary and depends on your condition. Depending on whether you have excess fat or glandular tissue, a different procedure may be
performed such as liposuction or-or tissue extraction. In cases where gynecomastia is a result of excess fatty tissue, liposuction alone will be performed to correct this problem. The procedure requires inserting a cannula through several small incisions. The fat is removed by vacuum suction.
Various liposuction techniques may be used during the procedure, depending on the case. In cases where excess skin must be removed and the size of areola reduced or repositioned, excision techniques are applied. In certain cases, gynecomastia surgery includes both liposuction and excision techniques.
Recovery
After the surgery, bandages will be applied to your incisions. Swelling and bruising are common after gynecomastia procedure so you will be required to wear compression garments to reduce the swelling and support your new chest contours. You may wear them for the following 3-4 weeks. Your doctor will schedule a follow-up appointment which may take place several days after the procedure. If necessary, a small thin tube may be inserted under the skin to drain excess fluid or blood.
You should avoid any strenuous activity after the procedure for a period of 3-5 weeks. You should take enough time off to allow yourself to recover before you go back to work. Your doctor will prescribe medications you should take during your recovery period to reduce the risk of infection.
Your doctor will give you detailed instructions on how to care for the surgical sites and drains as well as take care of yourself after the procedure and allow your body to heal. You should follow his instructions carefully in order to avoid any complications related to the procedure such as infections. Be sure to ask your surgeon any questions you may have regarding the healing process so as to know what to expect.
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