Gynecomastia is the enlargement of male breast tissue caused by an imbalance between estrogen and testosterone. It can affect one or both breasts and commonly develops during puberty, middle age, or later in life due to hormonal shifts, certain medications, steroid use, or underlying health conditions. Unlike simple weight gain, true gynecomastia involves firm glandular tissue that does not respond to diet or exercise — which is why surgery is often the only effective long-term solution.
You may be a suitable candidate if you:
A consultation with a specialist is required to confirm whether your condition is true glandular gynecomastia, fatty tissue, or a mix of both — this determines the surgical approach.
There is no single “one type fits all” approach. The right technique depends on how much of the enlargement is fat versus glandular tissue.
Best for cases where excess fat is the main contributor. A thin cannula is inserted through small incisions to suction out fat, contouring the chest with minimal scarring.
Used when firm glandular tissue or excess skin needs to be removed — something liposuction alone cannot address. Excision is typically performed through a small incision around the areola.
The most common approach for moderate to severe gynecomastia, combining fat removal with glandular tissue excision for a fully flat, natural-looking result.
At GLOJAS, NSR-certified surgeons perform gynecomastia surgery using MOH-approved VASER and PAL technology. We safely remove glandular tissue and fat to create a flatter, masculine chest. Procedures follow strict Ministry of Health Malaysia standards for patient safety and proven results.
Prices typically range from RM 8,000 to RM 18,000, with general aesthetic doctors on the lower end (RM 8,000–RM 11,000) and board-certified plastic surgeons on the higher end (RM 12,000–RM 18,000+), depending on severity and technique.
The most common causes are hormonal changes during puberty or aging, certain medications (including some blood pressure and ulcer drugs, antidepressants, and steroids), obesity, and underlying health conditions affecting the liver, kidneys, or thyroid.
The procedure is performed under general anesthesia or deep sedation, so there's no pain during surgery. Afterward, most patients describe mild to moderate soreness similar to muscle ache for a few days, managed with oral painkillers.
Diet and exercise can reduce excess fat around the chest, but they cannot remove the firm glandular tissue that causes true gynecomastia. Once glandular tissue has developed, surgery is the only way to remove it permanently.
Most patients return to light desk work within 3–7 days, resume the gym around 4 weeks, and can do chest-specific exercise again around 6 weeks. Final contour is typically visible by 3–6 months.
Incisions are small (3–4mm, usually at the edge of the areola) and scars typically fade to faint lines within 6–12 months. Scar visibility depends on skin type, healing, and surgical technique.
Removed glandular tissue does not regrow. Recurrence is uncommon and is generally linked to major weight gain, steroid use, or a new hormonal condition rather than the surgery itself.
Yes — a compression vest is worn for around 4–6 weeks after surgery to control swelling and help the skin redrape smoothly over the new chest contour.
Generally no, since it's classified as a cosmetic/elective procedure, though this can vary if gynecomastia is linked to a documented underlying medical condition — check with your insurer directly.
Confirm the facility is MOH/KKM-licensed under the Private Healthcare Facilities and Services Act, and that the surgeon is a board-certified plastic surgeon registered on the National Specialist Register (NSR), ideally with additional credentials such as ABHRS, ISAPS, or FISHRS.
