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How is Gynecomastia Diagnosed?

Clinically, gynecomastia is diagnosed after your doctor or surgeon conducts a comprehensive physical examination and reviews your medical history. An important part of this process is to determine whether you are experiencing true gynecomastia, pseudogynecomastia, or a potentially malignant issue, such as breast cancer.

How is the Male Breast Reduction Procedure Performed?

During your consultation, Dr. Holzman will evaluate your specific needs and aesthetic goals in order to determine the optimal approach to treatment. For men whose gynecomastia is primarily caused by excess fatty tissues, liposuction can be employed in order to gently and effectively reduce breast volume. In cases where excess chest volume is being caused by glandular tissue, Dr.

What Can I Expect During Gynecomastia Surgery Recovery?

The precise details of recovery will vary based on a number of factors, including the treatment method utilized, the amount of tissue that was removed, and your natural rate of healing. That said, patients should expect to avoid strenuous activity for at least the first few weeks following surgery, and they should carefully follow all of Dr. Holzman’s postoperative care instructions. After your procedure, Dr.

Will I Have Scars After Gynecomastia Surgery?

As is the case with all surgical interventions, gynecomastia patients will have some minor scarring around the incision site(s) after the procedure. However, Dr. Holzman has years of experience performing male breast reduction surgery, and he can position the incision lines so that they will blend in as naturally as possible with the surrounding tissues.

Is It Possible to Treat Gynecomastia Without Surgery?

Most patients with true gynecomastia cannot achieve their desired male breast reduction results without surgery. Since true gynecomastia is caused by excess glandular tissues, non-surgical interventions such as weight loss and exercise are unlikely to have a significant impact.