Male Breast Reduction Overseas

What is male breast reduction?

Gynecomastia is a disorder of the human endocrine system which causes a non-cancerous increase in the size of the breast tissue in men. This disorder is usually seen in patients in their adolescence, or puberty, though it can affect any man, irrespective of their age, weight or size. Exercise and hormonal medical treatment is often ineffective for patients suffering from gynecomastia, for more than 2 years. Male breast reduction surgery is often the only option for such patients. 

The primary cause for the development of male breasts include obesity, excessive alcohol intake, use of anabolic steroids and rapid weight loss, which can cause skin to sag. Any of these factors can lead to fat accumulation in the chest, a situation, which is rectifiable through exercise. Gynecomastia, on the other hand is caused by an increased rate of estrogen production in the human male, with respect to androgen production. In such cases, exercise is not useful since the actual breast tissue is affected and not fat.

The surgery involves Liposuction, for removal of undesirable fatty tissues. Following this, incisions are made around the nipple or the areola, to remove the excess breast tissues and to readjust position of the nipple. Sutures are then used to close the incisions. In most cases, the patient is put under general anesthesia for the surgery.

After the surgery, the patient is advised bed-rest for couple of days and it recommended that the he avoid any strenuous physical activity for at least a week. Surgical drains may be needed to remove fluid buildup in the surgical site. A compression bandage may be provided by the surgeon to keep a constant pressure on the sutures, without causing damage to the fresh surgery site and redistributed muscle. This will help patients resume their daily activities at the earliest.

How Inexpensive Is Male Breast Reduction Overseas?

How long does the surgery take?

The surgery is typically 1 to 2 hours long and requires the patient to stay in the hospital for at least 2 days, since overnight stay and observation is advised in most cases. The average length of stay abroad is about 1 week, although patients may have to stay for longer, to get the sutures removed.

Important Facts And Risks Associated With The Surgery

• The surgery is not recommended for men below the age of 14.
• Patients usually experience minor discomfort and swelling after the surgery. This is common and the effect recedes in a few days.
• Gynecomastia treatment is not recommended for men whose breast size can be reduced by exercise or for individuals with serious health conditions such as liver failure or cancer.
• Potential risks include infection, scarring, nerve damage, bruising, bleeding and dissatisfaction with results.
• Other, more severe risks include loss of sensation in the nipples.

FAQs

How do I know if I have gynecomastia?

The patients should consult their general physician if they are dissatisfied with the result of exercise. Since the disorder is not very common, it is likely that the patient is experiencing fat accumulation.

Is this procedure covered by my insurance (USA)?

Since this surgery is categorized under cosmetic surgeries, insurance is not applicable.

Source: medhalt