Will having Gynecomastia surgery improve my testosterone levels?

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I'm a 32 y.o male. I was thinking about having Gynecomastia surgery. I do have a low testosterone levels for my age. I take it that the fatty tissue that the Gynecomastia can be caused by estrogen levels. Will removing this fatty tissue bring sort of a balance to my T-Levels and encourage them to rise? Or will removing the fatty tissue lower my overall estrogen levels?

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.Unfortunately, #gynecomastia #surgery will not be able to alter your #testosterone levels.  You will need to consult an endocrinologist regarding #hormonal concerns.  Consult your #boardcertified #plasticsurgeon for more information.

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

A gynecomastia surgery will probably not have an effect on your hormone levels. You should probably meet with an endocrinologist regarding that. Good luck

Carlos Mata, MD, MBA, FACS · Answer

Hi Paul,Thanks for your question. The more testosterone that you have floating in your body, the easier it is for it to be converted to estrogen. Once the male breast tissue is removed, your testosterone levels should not change. I would see a medical doctor to look for underlying causes of low-T. Hormone imbalances exist all the time anc can be medically corrected. Hope this helps.All the best,Carlos Mata, MD, MBA, FACS

Jose M. Soler-Baillo, MD, MS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  It is unlikely to see a correlation between increased testosterone levels and male breast reduction surgery.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Gynecomastia surgery should not impact your testosterone or hormone level . Best of luck with your surgery.

Vasdev Rai, MD · Answer

Gynecomastia operation will have no effect on your Testosterone or Estogen levels.  Breast tissue is impacted by hormones but it does not secrete hormones.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the interesting question. Although I understand your reasoning, I do not think that you will experience a significant difference in your testosterone level once you undergone gynecomastia surgery.  Best wishes.

Jay M. Pensler, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Individuals who are significantly overweight will have increased estrogen production from the excess fat.Weight loss will help restore some hormonal balance but it needs to be significant.Reduction of the gynecomastia will not in and of itself significantly alter your homone levels.

Will having Gynecomastia surgery improve my testosterone levels?

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