Gynecomastia - Enlarged Male Breasts

Enlargement of the male breast is a source of embarrassment and self-consciousness about their appearance. The breast in men responds to hormonal changes, however, these changes are temporary and only occasionally become permanent. If involution does not occur within a year of their enlargement these changes are most probably permanent and require surgical correction to reverse them. Several medications and substances can cause breast enlargement in the male. Excess fatty deposit in the chest can cause breast enlargement in males. Thus male breast enlargement can be an increase in fat content or an increase of the glandular portion or it can be an increase in both elements.

Correction may be performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with twilight sedation. If the excess is in the glandular tissue, then it can be reduced through a curved incision around the areola. When excess fat is present ultrasound liposuction is used to remove excess fat. Many times both methods are used to achieve the appropriate shape and size of the breast.

When performing this surgery, one should take in consideration the rest of the body habits. Recovery is fast. Many recover over a weekend and resume moderate activities after that, achieving full function within a week.

A compression vest is worn for 3-6 weeks to help in healing and allow the skin to heal tightly. It prevents complications and unwanted results.

Dr. Shureih possesses the expertise and experience and is committed to the art and science of cosmetic surgery and to delivering the best personalized care to his patients. Indeed Dr. Shureih was voted twice by his peers Top Doc in his specialty in the Baltimore Magazine.