Breast Reduction for Man Vs. Gynecomastia?

What is the difference between Gynecomastia and Breast Reduction for a man?

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Gynecomastia Vs Breast Reduction

Gynecomastia is the condition of having excess male breast tissue while male breast reduction encompasses any procedure that is used to reduce the appearance of gynecomastia. Technically, male breast reduction surgery is referred to as gynecomastia correction. see video

Breast Reduction for Man Vs. Gynecomastia

The condition of having excess male breast tissue is called gynecomastia. The procedure for gynecomastia correction is breast reduction for a man. see video

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Gynecomastia and male breast reduction are two sides of the same coin. In the process of male breast reduction, the surgeon removes true and psuedo-gynecomastia in the same operation. True gynecomastia is breast ducts found both in men and women. Psuedo-gynecomastia is fat. Breast reduction for a man takes away both of these elements. Liposuction of the male chest can remove of these elements. This was described in a landmark article by Dr. Gary Rosenberg... more

Gynecomastia Versus Breast Reduction for of Man?

Thank you for the question. I have noticed that in this forum, these terms have been used interchangeably, although they probably should not be. “Gynecomastia” is a diagnostic term, while “breast reduction for man” is a procedural term. Gynecomastia comes from the Greek meaning "gyne" meaning woman and "mastos" meaning breasts. It refers to abnormal development of large mammary glands in males. The diagnosis can be made by physical examination... more