Male Breast Reduction (Gynecomastia) Surgery
Male Breast Reduction Surgery (Gynecomastia) Overview Plastic Surgeon Dr. Michael Vennemeyer is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgeons and performs plastic surgery for men including Male Breast Reduction Surgery (Gynecomastia Surgery) in Ohio. Gynecomastia is a condition resulting in excess breast tissue in men. Although relatively common, it can be devastating to those living with the embarrassment of male breasts. Many men with excess male breast tissue also experience intimacy issues because they are uncomfortable with their appearance. What Causes Male Breasts (Gynecomastia)? During puberty, excess breast tissue may develop. When this excess breast tissue remains past puberty, no amount of diet or exercise will correct it. The only treatment for Gynecomastia is liposuction or breast reduction surgery. Many times the cause for Gynecomastia is unknown. Other times, there is clear evidence that specific medications, drugs or anabolic steroid use is the culprit. During your private consultation, Dr. Vennemeyer will discuss the possible causes with you and explain your treatment options. Together, you will decide your best treatment options. What Surgical Options are Available for Gynecomastia? The extensiveness of your Gynecomastia will determine the surgical approach Dr. Vennemeyer will use. In some cases, when only a small amount of excess breast tissue is present, liposuction may be the only procedure needed. In other cases, breast reduction surgery alone or a combination of liposuction and breast reduction surgery is needed to get the best results and most natural contour. To discuss your male breast reduction options, call today to schedule your private consultation with Plastic Surgeon Dr. Michael Vennemeyer. What will my Breast Reduction scars look like? During your Male Breast Reduction consultation, Dr. Vennemeyer will discuss the details of your surgery and explain where your scars will be. Most male breast reduction patients find their scars are a very acceptable trade off considering their much improved quality of life. What should I expect after surgery? For the first few days following surgery you will want to take pain medication and get plenty of rest. You will be sore, but you will want to make sure that you get up to walk at regular intervals to decrease the risk of a blood clot in your legs or lungs. Following your surgery you will need to wear a compression garment around your chest for four to six weeks. This will help with swelling and is easily hidden under clothes. In addition, you should expect bruising for one to two weeks following surgery. Depending on the extensiveness of surgery, you may need to take off work anywhere from three days to two weeks. Dr. Vennemeyer typically tells patients that they may start mild exercise two to three weeks after surgery. By six weeks following surgery, most patients have returned to all their normal activities. |
