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Male Breast Correction

GYNAECOMASTIA

All men have some breast tissue and, as with women, some men have more breast tissue than others. In extreme cases, some young adolescents grow the equivalent of a C cup. Sometimes this can be due to a hormone imbalance, but usually there is no such abnormality. Little point is served in debating the embarrassment caused to men by this problem, many of whom confirm that they will not be seen without their shirts and who cannot go swimming or sun-bathing whilst on holiday.

Problems caused to older children at school are such as to cause many to play truant sooner than attend physical education classes where it is necessary to shower following the lesson. No amount of diet or exercise will assist in establishing a normal breast and the only option available is surgery.

Mr Armstrong will fully explain the position of any scars he feels the procedure will leave. For seven days prior to your admission to the hospital you should not take Aspirin or any product containing Aspirin. Gynaecomastia correction is a permanent solution to an otherwise permanent problem.

Male Breast Reduction - The Operation

The surgery is carried out under general anaesthesia and you will be required to stay in hospital for one night.3 methods are available for this procedure and sometimes a combination is used.

By making a half moon incision around or below the areola and cutting away the unwanted breast tissue.
With the advancement of surgical techniques and the introduction of specifically designed liposuction equipment, the surgeon is able to break up and draw off excess breast tissue through a fine cannula.
In extensive cases, more skin is removed around the nipple to reduce not only the size of the male breast but also the excess skin, and thereby tighten and flatten the chest wall contour

Often liposuction can be used in the older male breast and he breast tissue is approached from a tiny stab incisions. The small incisions heal well and are difficult to see in the long term. Carefully working the cannula back and forth the surgeon is able to draw off the excess breast tissue under a high vacuum. Only when the area is flat and normal in appearance will the operation come to an end.

Male Breast Reduction - After your surgery

Problems following gynaecomastia correction are not common but occasionally they do arise. Bruising is a natural result of the surgery and may persist for a week or so. Hardness or lumpiness within the tissues due to swelling can persist for a month or so.

Very occasionally, following the liposuction method a further operation is required to remove tissue, which could not be removed at the first operation. This may not have manifested itself until such time as all the swelling of the area has gone down.

Dependent upon your occupation and the method used, you may return to work after one week. Lifting should be avoided for about 14 days. Sport, particularly contact sport, should be avoided for at least one month. This includes swimming. Gentle exercise such as walking is recommended.

Male Breast Reduction - Summary

The operation is successful in as much as it restores confidence and relieves a major cause for distress and embarrassment. Following treatment the breast tissue does not grow back but the swelling can take up to six months to settle completely.

Testimonials

Hi, I am 41 years old female, I recently had a breast reduction surgery at Spire Thames Valley Hospital carried out by Mr Armstrong. Being a medical practitioner myself I wanted to make sure that I would receive the best possible health-care, so I had to make a big search to find the right surgeon and that was not easy with too many choices available!

However from the first consultation with Mr Armstrong, I felt that I had made the right choice. Mr Armstrong was so understanding and supportive, as well as very confident and a knowledgeable doctor. He provided me with all the necessary information and was approachable to answer all my questions at any time.He helped me to make an informative decision and to go ahead with surgery, with no rush or pressure.

Mr Armstrong works with an excellent team of Nurses and Anaesthetists which made my whole experience to be very smooth.The result of the surgery was more than excellent and my whole experience was fantastic. I am honoured to have known Mr Armstrong, the care I have recieved from him and his team before, after and during the surgery was so great that, I highly recommend him and his team for anyone who is considering a plastic surgery.