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Male
Breast Reduction Surgery (Gynaecomastia) |
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Gynaecomastia is an
enlargement of the male breast as a result of an abnormal increase
in the glandular tissue. It is quite common affecting an estimated
40-60% of men in varying degrees, for men who feel self-conscious
about their appearance surgery to reduce the breast can help. |
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What does Male
Breast Reduction Surgery Involve? |
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Liposuction is used to remove
the fatty tissue under a general anesthetic. Small incisions
are then made around the nipple and at other sites in the chest. A
small metal tube (cannula) is used to suck out the fatty
tissue. If necessary glandular tissue is also removed through
incisions at the border of the nipple. The incisions are then
sutured to give a flatter, firmer and
better-contoured chest. Any stitches will be of the dissolving
type and so do not need to be removed. |
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How long does the
surgery take? |
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The surgery will take up to 1-3 hours
depending on the individual patient. |
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What can I expect
from a Gynaecomastia? |
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As long as your expectations are
realistic, the chances are you will be pleased with the results. You
will have a flatter, better-contoured chest that is more pleasing to
yourself. |
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Recovery after a Breast
Reduction surgery Procedure |
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What will happen in
the recovery period? |
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There will be some swelling and
bruising of the treated area and to help reduce this you will wear a
firm Lycra garment which is worn for 3 weeks. The worst of your
swelling will go down in the first few weeks however, it may be a
couple of months before the full effect of the breast reduction
surgery is apparent. Most patients can resume full activity,
including exercise, in about a month following surgery for
Gynaecomastia. |
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What is the
recovery time from male breast reduction surgery? |
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Recovery is normally between two to
three weeks, however 1-2 days after surgery you should be on your
feet. It is important not to carry out vigorous activities for the
first five days after the surgery. You can return to work and resume
most normal activities after three weeks and begin exercise after
six weeks. |
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