Hi doctor.Im suffering from this man boobs problem for around 2 years. Im not sure whether this is gynecomastia or pseudogynecomastia. Im going to join for 2 weeks.Can this problem be cured by working out? or does this problem needs surgeory?
October 13, 2017
Answer: Gynecomastia versus pseudogynecomastia (i.e. men's boobs)? Thank you John for your equation and pictures. As you likely know, true gynecomastia is excessive breast glandular tissue on a men's chest. All males have a tiny amount of breast tissue under the nipples but in gynecomastia, there is more than average amount of gland tissue. In gynecomastia, one can palpate the gland (harder tissue) and the gland is more sensitive to pinching than fat. True gynecomastia has several causes, but the most common is idiopathic (i.e. we don't know the cause).Pseudogynecomastia "looks" like true gynecomastia but it is composed mostly of excessive fat, as we see in many men as they get older and chubbier. Loosing weight and getting fit would definitely help the pseudogynecomastia.Both conditions can be help with plastic surgery, with liposuction alone, gland removal alone or a combination of both. Some men will also consider pectoral implants as part of the surgical plan. That is, if the gym work has not produced enough a reduction in the pseudogynecomastia.The distinction is make clinically, at the office. So best would be to visit of one us for an assessment.Hope this clarifies better.Kind regards,Dr. Marc DuPere, aesthetic plastic surgeon
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October 13, 2017
Answer: Gynecomastia versus pseudogynecomastia (i.e. men's boobs)? Thank you John for your equation and pictures. As you likely know, true gynecomastia is excessive breast glandular tissue on a men's chest. All males have a tiny amount of breast tissue under the nipples but in gynecomastia, there is more than average amount of gland tissue. In gynecomastia, one can palpate the gland (harder tissue) and the gland is more sensitive to pinching than fat. True gynecomastia has several causes, but the most common is idiopathic (i.e. we don't know the cause).Pseudogynecomastia "looks" like true gynecomastia but it is composed mostly of excessive fat, as we see in many men as they get older and chubbier. Loosing weight and getting fit would definitely help the pseudogynecomastia.Both conditions can be help with plastic surgery, with liposuction alone, gland removal alone or a combination of both. Some men will also consider pectoral implants as part of the surgical plan. That is, if the gym work has not produced enough a reduction in the pseudogynecomastia.The distinction is make clinically, at the office. So best would be to visit of one us for an assessment.Hope this clarifies better.Kind regards,Dr. Marc DuPere, aesthetic plastic surgeon
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October 12, 2017
Answer: Photos aren't enough Hello. Because the treatment options are dependent upon the correct diagnosis, you need to be evaluated with a physical examination by a board certified plastic surgeon. You will be glad that you proceeded in such a manner and it will be well worth your time. Best of luck.
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October 12, 2017
Answer: Photos aren't enough Hello. Because the treatment options are dependent upon the correct diagnosis, you need to be evaluated with a physical examination by a board certified plastic surgeon. You will be glad that you proceeded in such a manner and it will be well worth your time. Best of luck.
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