Cosmetic/Plastic Surgeon, Delhi
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Breast reduction is only required by obese middle aged men
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Many boys going through puberty and young men can also develop enlarged breasts. These cases require reduction for which there are various kinds of procedures that they can resort to. This condition is not exclusive to older men.
What is the condition that generally requires the surgical reduction of breasts in men?
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The condition of enlarged breasts in males is known as gynecomastia. This occurs during puberty or later in life due to hormonal imbalance in the body. Breast reduction surgery is the most effective way to treat gynecomastia.
How does breast reduction surgery treat gynecomastia?
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The procedure of male breast reduction removes glandular tissue and excess fat from the enlarged breasts. This makes the chest appear flat, firm and more masculine than it did before.
Enlarged male breasts need not be treated through surgical reduction
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In some cases of gynecomastia, which is less pronounced than others, surgery need not be resorted to. Intense physical exercise that focuses on the chest can make enlarged breasts appear reduced by toning the upper body.
Breast reduction in men always leads to scarring and formation of stretch marks
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If the right reduction technique is used, there is often little to no scarring that accompanies breast reduction in men. If you are opting for surgery, it is important to take proper post-operation measures that will prevent scarring and stretching.