| There
is new hope for men looking to shed their “women-like” breasts.
The medical term for man breasts is “gynecomasti.” Approximately,
40 to 60 percent of men are afflicted with the condition. Some
men are affected in one or both breasts. Although various medical
problems and certain medications have been associated with male
breast overdevelopment, the specific cause is unknown.
For
the overly self-conscious male, breast-reduction surgery can
work as an excellent alternative. The surgical procedure entails
either the removal of fat, glandular tissue from the breasts,
or the excision of excess skin. The reconstructive surgery offers
good body contouring results a flatter or firmer chest.
For
the emotionally balanced and health male, corrective plastic
surgery for gynecomastia is the ultimate remedy. Ideal candidates
for the surgery have firm yet supple skin with good elasticity.
On the contrary, inactive obese and overweight men are not well
suited for the procedure. The same applies for the prospective
patient who overindulges in alcohol or controlled substances
as well as anabolic steroid users.
Just as all surgical treatments represent a certain percentage
of risk, male breast-reduction surgery has a few minor potential
hazards; including the following: skin injury, excessive bleeding,
infection, excessive fluid loss/ accumulation or an adverse
reaction to anesthesia. Other complications of the procedure
are noticeable scars, slightly mismatched breasts/nipples or
permanent pigment changes in the breast area. Male breast reduction
surgery for gynecomasti may render a few temporary side events:
numbness or loss of breast sensation (for up to a year).
Plastic
surgery tip: Always check the credential of any plastic surgeon.
Also, check what procedures the physician specializes in. |
