My 13 year old son has gynecomastia and he has become very self-conscious about it. He has always been very active in sports and I worry that it will hinder his activities. As his friends have started to make comments about it. He no longer takes his shirt off in public. Is it possible let to have surgery before highschool? If not what is the earliest he can have surgery?
March 28, 2016
Answer: Male breast reduction Thank you for your question. I recommend that he waits a couple of years until he has gone through puberty. There is a possibility that the gynecomastia will resolve itself during this time. If not, you should take him to be seen by a board-certified plastic surgeon to determine what would be both best and realistic for him.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL
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March 28, 2016
Answer: Male breast reduction Thank you for your question. I recommend that he waits a couple of years until he has gone through puberty. There is a possibility that the gynecomastia will resolve itself during this time. If not, you should take him to be seen by a board-certified plastic surgeon to determine what would be both best and realistic for him.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL
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March 27, 2016
Answer: What's the earliest age to correct gynecomastia? Essentially any time after the completion of puberty is reasonable. Gynecomastia often goes away on its own by 15-16 years once the hormone surges of puberty end, but if there is actually breast gland then it may need removal. I'd suggest getting a referral from his paediatrician to a local plastic surgeon to be examined. This is all covered by OHIP until he turns 18 so there is no harm or cost associated with getting a consultation. Best of luck!
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March 27, 2016
Answer: What's the earliest age to correct gynecomastia? Essentially any time after the completion of puberty is reasonable. Gynecomastia often goes away on its own by 15-16 years once the hormone surges of puberty end, but if there is actually breast gland then it may need removal. I'd suggest getting a referral from his paediatrician to a local plastic surgeon to be examined. This is all covered by OHIP until he turns 18 so there is no harm or cost associated with getting a consultation. Best of luck!
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