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35 year old male with large diameter areolas. What are the options besides areola reduction surgery? (Photo)

ritztaApr 16, 2016
Hello. I am a 35 year old man with larger areolas. Right is 32MM, left one is about 38MM; goal would be 25MM. I have small unpronounced nipples. My chest is a bit fatty but I am worried about gynecomastia. I am aware of areola reduction surgeries, however I am concerned that scarring would be worse than the areola diameter issue. Would having some of the fat removed from my chest would help reduce the width? Would having a proper raised nipple constructed help reduce diameter?

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Dr. Camille Cash, MD
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Camille Cash, MD

Breasts and areolas come in all shapes and sizes. If you would like yours smaller however you can consider areola reduction surgery. Visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you for a consultation. After an exam it can be determined if you are a good candidate and what you can expect...

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From the submitted photo you are a candidate for a breast lift. This would reduce the size of the areola, lift the nipple position, and remove excess skin. An areola reduction alone would not be recommended for you. The best place to begin is a consultation with a board certified plastic...

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