Gynecomastia :-
Gynecomastia is known as male breasts. Due to unknown causes in normal males and also in
some males due to hormonal imbalance, the breast of the affected person increases from the
normal size. Due to the increased size of the male breasts, their breasts start looking almost like
the breasts of women. The person suffering from this feels shy when meeting people.
At present, the correct treatment of gynecomastia is possible through the correct procedure
which can be best discussed with your plastic surgeon. If you are also facing this type of
problem, then you can consult a plastic surgeon so that your self-confidence can increase.
1. Types Of Gynecomastia correction procedures :-
Liposuction: When there is excess fat tissue in the breasts, liposuction technique is used to
remove it. In this procedure, a liposuction cannula is inserted through a small incision, which
removes the fat through suction.
There are different ways to do liposuction surgery including Suction assisted Manual liposuction,
power assisted liposuction, ultrasonic liposuction and laser liposuction. You can chose best
procedure suited to your needs with the help of your Plastic surgeon.
Surgical excision: Gynecomastia Surgical excision rarely done nowadays is necessary to
remove glandular breast tissue and excess skin due to glandular proliferation or skin laxity.
During surgical excision an incision is made around the dark skin surrounding the nipple of the
breast and the excess tissue is removed. Sometimes additional incisions may be needed to
remove excess skin and reshape the contour of the chest.
2. Who Should Undergo Gynecomastia Surgery?
A manis considered suitable for gynecomastia if he meets the following criteria:
a) If a man suffering from gynecomastia is facing social problems.
b) If the man is completely healthy.
c) Breast development has stabilized.
d) If a man does not smoke or consume drugs.
e) If the man has a positive attitude towards treatment.
3. Myths And Reality About Gynecomastia Surgery
Myth: Only Women Can Have Breast Development.
Fact: Gynecomastia occurs when excess breast tissue starts developing in a man.
Myth: Gynecomastia Is Just Excess Chest Fat.
Fact: A man who is not over-weight can also experience gynecomastia even though he does not
have a lot of extra fat.
Myth: Gynecomastia Is Just Genetic.
Fact: Excessive alcohol consumption, Weight gain and obesity etc.
4. Benefits Of Gynecomastia Surgery
a) Boosts self-confidence.
b) Relief from social embarrassment.
c) Ease in performing physical tasks.
5. Risks during Gynecomastia surgery :
Gynecomastia surgery is a very safe procedure and usually does not have much risk. But in
some rare cases, there may be risks which the doctor informs you about such as:
a) Bleeding.
b) Damage to nerves, blood vessels, muscles, etc.
An experienced and trained Plastic surgeon does not let these complications arise in most of
the cases
6. Choose Right Doctor For Gynecomastia Surgery :
Dr. Saurabh Rawat: Plastic Surgeon in Jaipur
● Educational Background & Professional Practice :
○ EarnedaMaster of Surgery (MS) degree from the Institute of Medical Sciences,
BHU, Varanasi.
○ Received specialized training in cancer surgery at Tata Memorial Cancer
Hospital, Mumbai.
○ Completed super-specialization and M.Ch in Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery from
the prestigious Post-Graduate Institute of Medical
○ Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh.
○ Engagesin both reconstructive and cosmetic surgery
