What is Gynecomastia Surgery?
Gynecomastia is a feminine breast growth in men. Although it does not cause any health hazards, in rare cases it may be a sign of a different condition that may threaten the patient`s health. It often causes social and psychological problems.
If the cause of gynecomastia can be determined, treatment may be applied. However, in many cases, treatment is surgery. In the case of gynecomastia, if there is a hardening called fibrosis, the only way is surgery.
Why Gynecomastia?
It is generally thought to be caused by an imbalance in hormones. But it can also be seen in men who do not experience hormonal imbalance.
Gynecomastia, which is defined as the overgrowth of male breast tissue, is frequently caused by idiopathic reasons, ie, there is no medically detectable cause. It cannot be cured by methods such as weight loss, sports, cream, and medication.
How is Gynecomastia surgery performed?
Treatment is surgery. The method to be applied is determined by the doctor as a result of the examination of the patient.
Liposuction method gives good results in patients with excess fat in breast tissue. In patients with an excess of fat tissue as well as mammary gland, breast tissue with liposuction may also require intervention.
Mostly liposuction process is the final result of the gynecomastia problem. The breast tissue of the patient is fast and well recovered. If it is necessary to decrease the structure of the breast in addition to liposuction, it is possible to reduce the breast structure by the open surgical technique under the brown nipple or surgical intervention can be done by liposuction method. Depending on the breast tissue and structure of the patient, surgery and liposuction methods can be used together.
To whom gynecomastia surgery performed on?
This operation can be performed for men who are not satisfied with their appearance due to growth in breast tissue and feel discomfort. The majority of cases of gynecomastia in adolescents can be lost within a few years. Therefore, young men in adolescence should not undergo this operation.
What Should be Considered Before Gynecomastia Surgery?
Some drugs may interact with anesthesia or have side effects that is why the patient should state all the drugs that he is using to the doctor prior to surgery. In particular, use of aspirin and derivative drugs should be on hold for at least one week prior to surgery. Smoking should stop for a long time before and after surgery as it affects the wound healing negatively.
What should be Avoided After Gynecomastia Surgery?
After surgery, the chest is wrapped with bandages. Depending on the advice of the physician and the anesthesia method, the patient may be discharged on the same day, and may rarely be admitted to hospital for one day. It is not an operation that causes pain or hurt. The patient should avoid movements that will force the body and upper body for a while.