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Gynecomastia- Know your treatment options
This is a condition in males caused due to hormonal imbalance when the breast tissues are swollen. It can affect one or both breasts, and a surgical procedure is required to remove the excess fat. Read to know more.
Condition
What is Gynecomastia
It is a disorder that causes enlargement of the male breast tissue. One or both the breasts can be affected. Gynaecomastia can be graded in the following manner:Grade 1: Minimal hypertrophy (less than 250 g of breast tissue) without ptosisGrade 2: Moderate hypertrophy (250-500 g of breast tissue) without ptosisview more
How to diagnose and When to Consult a Doctor?
If you are concerned about swollen male breasts, the first thing you should do is consult your doctor. Your doctor will examine you and gather a history of your health and medications. The doctor may order the following test:Blood test to check your hormone levels.Ultrasound of breast: To see detailed photos of your breast growths.
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Causes
- Hormonal imbalance
- Medications that affect hormones can also cause gynaecomastia
- Male breast growth can be caused by a variety of medical conditions
Symptoms
- The swelling may appear as a breast lump
- At times, the affected breast tissue may be tender or painful
- It causes the breasts to sag and the areola (dark coloured skin around the nipple) to be stretched
Causes
- Hormonal imbalance
- Medications that affect hormones can also cause gynaecomastia
- Male breast growth can be caused by a variety of medical conditions
Symptoms
- The swelling may appear as a breast lump
- At times, the affected breast tissue may be tender or painful
- It causes the breasts to sag and the areola (dark coloured skin around the nipple) to be stretched
When to undergo for surgery
In rare cases, surgery is suggested to remove the excess breast tissue.Gynaecomastia surgery is a procedure that decreases the size of a man breasts while also flattening and improving the chest contours.
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Is the treatment covered under insurance?
The Insurance plan varies from one company to another.It is advised to talk to the insurance provider before going to hospital or clinic for Gynecomastia.
How is the recovery after surgery?
After the surgery, people should expect about three weeks for recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No ,exercise and Diet will not be able to reduce gynecomastia.
Most patients say the surgery is not as painful as they expected. In fact, patients describe their recovery as easy, and the pain as being comparable to the discomfort they experience after a heavy chest workout in the gym.
Most patients begin exercising slowly about one week after surgery and find they are back to their usual gym routine around two weeks. Most men can return to work after 5-7 days unless they have a very physical job and need an extra week to recuperate.
You cannot prevent many of the hormone changes that cause gynecomastia. If needed, you may reduce your risk of breast enlargement by switching medications or seeking treatment for a substance use disorder.
