In non-medical terms “gynaecomastia” is male breast enlargement.
It can be part of obesity, normal pubertal enlargement or be rarely associated with hormonal problems.

The surgery:
The objective of surgery is to reduce the size of male breast through small incisions.

Best candidates:
Adolescent males who have crossed puberty, with persistent enlarged breast and with no other associated illness.

Technique:
The technique of removal of excess male breast depends upon the size of the gland and skin excess. The gland and fat are removed through small and inconspicuous incisions.

Variations:
In some individuals liposuction is combined with this surgery to give better results.

Anesthesia:
Gynaecomastia surgery can be done under local anesthesia with sedation in individuals with a small gland.
General  anesthesia  is required  in individuals  with  a large  gland or when it is combined  with other  aesthetic  procedures.

Before surgery:
It is necessary to discuss key issues like the surgical technique, visibility of resultant scar and the need of minor secondary procedures.

After surgery:
Minor problems like bruising, pain, tenderness may be experienced. These are temporary inconveniences which may last for about a few weeks or a month.
Pressure garment is required to be worn for 2-3 weeks.
Patients can get back to normal physical activity within a week’s time.
Vigorous physical activity is allowed after about a month.

Duration of Results: Permanent.