Hi! Wondering if I am a good candidate for breast reduction (Photo)

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37 year old male, 6'4", 190 lbs. Breasts have grown over the past few years to the point that they are visible under my shirt

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

It is very likely, based on these photos, that combination of liposuction and direct excision of glandular tissue would achieve satisfactory correction of current deformity. Good luck.

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello Dtaseer,

Thank you for your question regarding the possibility of breast reduction. Based on the photos you provided and your description, it sounds like you are experiencing gynecomastia, which is relatively common and can indeed be addressed effectively.

Considering your specific case, you appear to be a good candidate for VASER liposuction. This technique is less invasive than traditional breast reduction surgery and uses ultrasound technology to break down fat cells, which can then be removed more easily. This method is particularly effective if the tissue involved is mostly fatty rather than glandular.

If your breast tissue is particularly firm, indicating a significant component of glandular tissue, a minor additional procedure might be necessary. This could involve a small incision around the areola to remove this harder glandular tissue, ensuring a more comprehensive reduction.

VASER liposuction also has the benefit of promoting skin retraction, which should help your skin 'shrink wrap' to your new contour, an advantage given your description and concerns about how your breasts appear under clothing.

I recommend consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in gynecomastia to discuss these options in detail. This will help you understand the potential outcomes and ensure that the treatment plan is tailored to your specific needs.

Good luck, and I hope this information helps guide your decision toward achieving your desired results.

Sincerely,

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FASMBS, FICS
Plastic Surgeon

Daniel Careaga, MD · Answer

Gynecomastia in men is usually caused by a combination of excess fat and excess breast tissue. This can lead to excessive fullness, which can eventually even look like a female breast. Gynecomastia surgery usually consists of either liposuction, glandular excision alone, a combination of both or an actual breast reduction. Male breast reductions are usually reserved for men with severe gynecomastia that have a severe amount of skin. Incision is typically made in the breast crease and a circular incision around the areola. Based on the pictures, it is difficult to tell because of the straps around the chest. If there is excess skin a breast reduction may be indicated, if not, then perhaps a liposuction with glandular excision.

Rodrigo Dominguez-Millan, MD · Answer

Hello, in many men it is very frequent to find excess fat and/or excess mammary gland, this is called gynecomastia. There are different degrees of gynecomastia and depending on which one you might have, the treatment option that we would suggest. In mild cases usually we treat this tissue excess with liposuction only, whereas in more severe cases we would suggest taking some of the excess gland out directly by a very small incision under the nipple. Both options don´t require more than a couple of days to recover completely and it is usually done under sedation and local anestesia. You can find the gynecomastia technique that we published at the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Journal in the link below.

Jared Blau, MD · Answer

Thank you for uploading these photos. I can definitely see the areas you mentioned. You are an excellent candidate for a reduction

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