Gynaecomastia is a condition in males when the mammary glands are abnormally developed resulting in breast enlargement.
It can result in embarrassment, cruel teasing, and social trauma. Affected men try to hide it with thick shirts, avoiding bare chested activities such as swimming or work outs, and withdraw from public exposure.
Underlying cause of gynecomastia is unknown in majority of the cases.
Type of Anaesthesia
The operation can be carried out either under local anesthesia or general anesthesia.
Procedure
Treatment consists of sculpturing of chest wall with tumescent liposuction and surgical excision of residual breast gland.
After the surgery
Compression garment is applied after the surgery which is to be worn for a period of 6-8 weeks. There can be minimal bruising which generally subsides within 7 days. Stich removal is done in a week time. |
