Mild gynecomastia. Would the results from surgery look normal, and how much different would my chest appear? (photo)

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I've suffered from gynecomastia since jr high, a mild case. Too many times i've seen before and after gynecomastia surgeries that just make the chest appear slightly unnatural. I've always been pretty athletic and have had pretty low body fat, which I think would make it more prominent. I don't have a problem with it when it's cold, in fact my chest appears rather normal. Aside from my aureola having dozens of white bumps on them, I was also wondering if this could be treated as well

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

According to official statistics, 36% of adult young men and 57% of older adult men in the United States have this medical condition in one of the four grades. About 200,000 to 3 million cases of #gynecomastia are being reported every single year. So if you have breast enlargement and you think you are an exception, please understand that 1 in 3 young adult men and 1 in 2 older adult men are just like you and have breast enlargement.

All surgical procedures carry some degree of #risk. Always discuss your issues and concerns with the Plastic Surgeon during and following your consultation. Information that you read online may not apply to your personal situation.It is imperative you select a plastic surgeon who is #board-certified and has a great deal of experience with male breast #reduction. Aside from checking board-certification, it is suggested that you look at before and after photos of the surgeons actual patients, and read patient reviews. Gathering all of this information will help you make a well-informed decision.

Please be advised that each patient is unique and previous results are not a guarantee for individual outcomes. As with all cosmetic surgery, results will be rewarding if expectations are realistic. With any surgical procedure, there are some risks which your doctor will discuss with you during your consultation.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

I would have to examine you to give you the best recommendation. Look at
reviews and before and after pictures as well as credentials to select
your surgeon.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

There are varying degrees of gynecomastia ranging from puffy nipple to severe breast enlargement and/or breast sag. The severity of the gynecomastia will determine which treatment option is necessary. In most cases, men suffer from standard gynecomastia, which can be surgically treated as an in-office procedure under local anesthesia. For more severe cases, it may be recommended that you have your procedure under general anesthesia at an outpatient surgery center. Your consultation will determine which option is best suited for treating your gynecomastia, along with a discussion of your desires, realistic expectations and possible complications resulting from gynecomastia surgery. These include:Asymmetry during the healing processLumps or firmness under skinProlonged swelling (edema)Skin Pigment changesProlonged redness of the incisionIt isIIt is the experience and skill of your surgeon that will determine the likelihood of a problem.

David Liland, MD · Answer

You have a smaller case of Gynecomastia which when treated by a Board certified PS should give you a very nice result without noticeable deformities. Please ask to see pre to post op photos to see quality of their work.

Michael Law, MD · Answer

Many of the happiest gynecomastia patients are athletic men with low body fat who have a conservative gynecomstia correction. My gynecomastia before and after gallery includes some examples of this type of surgery. These men work hard to look fit. The surgery makes them look they the feel.

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