Gynecomastia or Pseudogynecomastia?
Summer is here and many of us are jetting off on holiday and spending our days relaxing by the pool and topping up our tan (safely of course!) but what if the thought of baring your chest leaves you with a feeling of dread.
Gynecomastia / Gynaecomastia – more commonly known as man boobs – affects around 35% of adult men in the UK and is caused when excess fat or tissue develops in a man’s chest area.
A slightly sensitive topic for many men, and one that is often just easier to cover up with baggy clothing than look to enquire about treatment.
But for those that do want to do something about it, before taking the plunge, you’ll want to know if you really need Gynecomastia/Gyno surgery, or if there’s a chance you can get rid of the problem yourself.
Visiting a gynecomastia specialist will be able to diagnose you with the real cause of the excessive tissue in this area. They can best advice you on the next step to take in order to reduce your chest size.
What is Gynecomastia?
In patients with true gynecomastia, a rubbery or firm mound of tissue that is concentric with the nipple–areolar complex is felt. Their chest and nipples may appear more rounded and puffy in appearance. Diet and exercise are unlikely to help reduce the size of the chest.
What is Pseudogynecomastia?
Patients with pseudogynecomastia, often do not have that firm mound of tissue, known as glandular tissue. The main cause of their enlarged male breasts is a buildup of fat that often forms around, behind, or underneath the nipples. Whilst exercise and diet can help to reduce the fat, the most effective method is liposuction as targeting particular areas of fat can be tricky.
What is glandular tissue?
Glandular tissue is a white, rubbery substance that develops in the male chest and its main causes are;
- Puberty
- Hormonal Imbalances
- Certain medications such as steroids
- Drug Use
If your Gynecomastia is glandular, it is common that exercise can actually make the problem worse. This is because your chest muscles get stronger and push out the glandular tissue, making the chest more prominent nipples can become puffy or pointed.
Here at The Private Clinic, we offer a range of gyno procedures that work to reduce excess fat on the male chest.
Liposuction for Male Chest Reduction
We offer three main forms of liposuction, VASER Liposuction, MicroLipo and Surgical Liposuction. In most cases, vaser liposuction is the best procedure to reduce areas of stubborn fat on the male chest. The procedure is performed under local anaesthetic, with sedation if requested.
Surgical Excision for Male Chest Reduction
In cases where the main cause of the male chest enlargement is glandular tissue, an excision may be recommended to ensure you achieve the best results. In this case, you may require a general anaesthetic and a cut around the nipple-areola area. In most cases, liposuction is also combined to remove any excess fat. This results in a flatter and less rounded chest.
Is gynecomastia surgery permanent?
Once you have had surgery, the likelihood of your chest area returning to how it was prior to surgery is low, this does however rely on you maintaining a healthy weight and avoiding anything that may have caused the issue originally.
Gynecomastia Before and After Photos
Male Chest Reduction at The Private Clinic
- By coming to The Private Clinic for your chest reduction procedure you can rest assured you are in the best possible hands and that you will get the results you were hoping for.
- Consultation with expert specialist surgeons who are very experienced in male chest reduction and gynecomastia.
- 24 hour patient helpline meaning we are only ever a phone call away should you feel the need to contact us.
- As many post-operative care and appointments with your surgeon, doctor and nursing team as required.
- Outstanding hospital and clinic facilities.
- Competitively priced for our expertise and experience.
- Comprehensive patient information, every step of the way.
- Our excellent reputation for patient safety and satisfaction, honest advice and outstanding care means your journey with The Private Clinic will be a premium experience.
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Helpful Links
- See our gallery of male chest reduction before and after photos here.
- Read our extensive male chest reduction FAQs here
- Hear from previous male chest reduction patient’s in our patient stories
- Consultations are available in London Harley Street, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester and Northampton.
Gynecomastia Surgeons
- Mr Adel Fattah, BSc, MB BChir, MRCS, PhD, FRCS (Plast). GMC Number: 4764599
- Mr Dario Rochira, BS, MD. GMC Number : 6130664
- Mr William Van Niekerk, MB ChB, MSc, MRCS, FRCS (Plast), FCMI, RAF (qs). GMC Number: 4362791
- Mr Navid Jallali, BSc, MB ChB (Hons), MD FRCS (Plast). GMC Number: 4404969
- Mr Michael Mouzakis, MD, MSc. GMC Number: 7237640
- Ms Helena Antoniadou, MBBS, MD & Surg (Hons), FRCS (Eng). GMC Number: 3700956
- Mr Maisam Fazel, MA(Cantab), MB BChir, MSEd, FRCS. GMC Number : 4767420
- Professor Sandip Hindocha, MD, MPhil, MBChB, MRCS, MFFLM, FRCS (Plast). GMC Number: 6122218
Gynecomastia Consultation
If you would like to arrange a gyno treatment consultation with one of our renowned specialists, please call us on 0333 920 2471 or use our male chest reduction online contact form.
