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Male Chest Reduction Surgery / Gynaecomastia
Breast fat can be very hard to shift, even if a weight loss plan has worked for the rest of the body, and the resulting ‘man boobs’ can cause embarrassment and can undermine . The good news is there are safe, ways to tackle this problem, depending on your needs and the results you’re looking to achieve.
Over 35% of our liposuction patients are male, with the chest being one of the most common problem areas.
Male Chest Reduction / can take place in our in , , and
What is gynaecomastia?
Gynaecomastia or Gynecomastia is more known as man boobs – affects around 30% of adult men in the UK and is caused when excess fat develops in a man’s breast area which can result in an breast and/or puffy nipples or pointed nipples.
Many young gynecomastia using drugs for in the gym and some male breast reduction after weight loss. The Private Clinic offers a range of male breast gynecomastia surgery to help reduce excess fat on the male chest. These include both non-invasive – VASER Liposuction, and Surgical Liposuction.
Each has to be evaluated to see what’s best for him; his medical has to be and an scan should be performed in cases to rule out any lumps or malignancies which, although extremely rare, can still occur even in male breast tissue.
Massive weight loss may require a more complex procedure which is to a female breast reduction with skin and scars.
Male Chest Reduction/ Gynaecomastia Removal treatment at a glance
Time
1 – 2 hours
Hospital Stay
Day case / Overnight
Back to work
1 week
Washing
1 week after removal
Anaesthetic Type
Local with or general
Up & Mobile
4-5 days depend of the wound
Driving
24-48 hours
Exercise
6 weeks
Travel
6 weeks
Sexual Activity
3-4 weeks
Full Time
6 weeks
Sleeping
Avoid sleeping on stomach for 6 weeks
Garments
Chest compression garment for 6 weeks
Final Results
6 months
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What to expect
The Clinic has been patients for over 40 years with thousands of people their trust in us each year. We pride on being able to offer a personalised . We have a team of friendly nurses and expert surgeons who the importance of this and will you throughout your journey with us.
We have a team of expert surgeons and liposuction doctors who are very in reducing the of gynecomastia. We offer a range of different male chest reduction techniques to suit everyone including vaser liposuction, micro liposuction, and .
You will start your with a consultation where our surgeons or will:
You will then be allocated a coordinator who will be your point of contact should you wish to go ahead with the procedure.
In the interests of safety, all our are against our selection criteria. Following your male chest consultation your will be reviewed and the nurse will advise on pre-operative tests.
Most male chest reduction pre-operative include a blood test, MRSA swabs, urine test and a blood pressure test.They will also advise you of any precautions you need to take in the days or weeks up to your male chest procedure and advise on any medication that you should stop taking before your procedure.
You will arrive at the usually an hour ahead of your scheduled surgery time. The time taken for surgery and the type of anaesthesia used will vary from patient to patient on the used.
On arrival:
The Procedure:
There are several techniques that the surgeon or liposuction doctor could use, but generally the operation involves:
Administering either general or local with sedation.
When your surgeon you from the hospital you will be given a post-operative instruction sheet what to do and what to avoid doing following your operation. You will also be given on how to us should you feel or concerned at any stage of your recovery, we are available 24 hours, 7 days a week.
We advise taking at least a week off work to recover from your gynecomastia correction . Exercise can be built up from 2-3 weeks post-surgery, but upper body should be for 6 weeks. You must also to wear your garment as advised by your surgeon.
A with a clinic nurse will be made to check your wounds which usually takes place approximately 4-14 days following your surgical or liposuction procedure. You will then be asked to return to see your surgeon around 6 weeks following your at this stage you should be back to your activities, but your surgeon will be able to advise you on anything that you are unsure of or have about.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Gynecomastia, more known as man boobs is a common condition that causes the chest tissue to swell and appear larger than normal. The excess tissue can feel or firm and often extends outwardly from the centre of the affecting either one or both .
Gynecomastia must first be distinguished from other similar conditions such as pseudogynecomastia which can all give the same appearance of an enlarged chest of a male. Pseudogynecomastia can greatly be with weight loss whereas true can only be helped with a surgical .
To find out more about gynecomastia click here to book a consultation with one of our surgeons who will be able to assess your suitability for surgery.
Man Boobs is essentially a slang name or common terminology for an enlarged male chest. The term man boobs seems to have first originated in the early 2000’s quickly gaining and being used in media across the Western world.
It is when excess fat or glandular tissue forms around the male chest which gives the of breasts.
Gynecomastia, or man boobs is a that causes an excess of glandular tissue in the male chest which can give the of an chest. This can often be similar to that of a women’s breast which is how the name ‘man boobs’ was created.
At The Private Clinic, we can treat Man boobs, the best place to start is to with one of our .
Pseudogynecomastia also known as is when the appearance of male is because of fatty and not breast tissue. This is most commonly seen in men. Usually a routine of regular and healthy eating will reduce the appearance of Pseudogynecomastia but in some cases the fat can be stubborn and cosmetic surgery such as vaser may be to help the of the chest.If you are struggling to tell the difference between and true gynecomastia then please us to book a male chest appointment with one of our experienced surgeons.
Gynecomastia is caused by a hormonal between the testosterone and . When a male lacks the increase in Oestrogen causes breast tissue to grow. Gynecomastia is common in newborn baby boys, and older age due to the change in hormones. In rare cases can be caused as a side effect from medication, drugs, excessive consumption, Klinefelter’s syndrome and health such as kidney failure or liver disease.It is best to book a with our Plastic Surgeons to discuss your situation and what can be achieved.
Our advice on what to consider when to have a chest reduction (Gynaecomastia) procedure:
1. When choosing a clinic, you should always do your research, and only go to an established, clinic.
The Private Clinic has been in the industry for over 40 years. We are here to answer all of your questions and give you peace of mind.
2. When choosing a surgeon, make sure you know who you’ll be seeing. Their expertise, qualifications and rate are important factors to take into consideration.
At The Private Clinic, we only source the most experienced and surgeons. Find out more about our plastic surgeons here.
3. Price should never be the deciding factor when choosing where to have your . Safety should be your number one priority and feeling confident that they will look after you – not only before, HydraBack (Back Facial), My Home Page, but also after your procedure
4. When it sounds too good to be true, it often is. Always find out what your clinic’s reputation is.
Our excellent reputation for safety and satisfaction, honest advice and outstanding care means your with The Private Clinic will be an exciting experience to a newfound shape.
Outstanding care, patient satisfaction and results mean everything to The Private Clinic Team
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