Gynaecomastia
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Commonly known as ‘man boobs’, Gynecomastia or male breast reduction surgery is a widespread condition that causes male’s breasts to swell and grow abnormally. Teenage boys and older men are often prone to experience this. Although not cancerous, Gynecomastia can inflict pain as it appears as a rubbery or firm mass that forms underneath the nipple before spreading outwards over the breast area.
The fat cell surrounding the chest wall and breast tissue glandular will increase in size. The price of Gynecomastia surgery in Malaysia can vary according to each individual’s case which can be determined based on your medical profile and an in-person assessment with our specialist.
What causes Gynaecomastia?
Gynecomastia can be a result of various Physiological or Pathological reasons.
Physiological:
- -Newborn
- -Adolescence
- -Increasing age
Pathological:
- -Lack of testosterone
- -High oestrogen levels
- -Side effects of medication
- -Idiopathic
- -Other causes
The advantages of Gynaecomastia surgery?
- Achieve a toned and masculine chest
- Boosted confidence in your appearance
- Improve the ability to exercise and perform everyday
- Enhance your looks
Do I have to bear with pain during the procedure?
To remove the excess fatty tissue by liposuction with surgical removal of the breast gland. Patients will be given local anaesthesia that will prevent you from feeling any pain during the procedure.
Healing time:
After the Gynecomastia surgery, patients will experience minimal swelling and bruising for roughly three to seven days and are advised to wear compression garments post-procedures for better contouring and faster recovery.