Gynecomastia Surgery Cost

Gynecomastia is the enlargement of the male breasts which is a result of the abnormal increase in the glandular tissue. It is a quite common condition and is affecting boys and men alike. It is estimated to be around 35 to 45% in the men’s population. It is a very embarrassing situation for boys and men alike and because of this they feel very conscious about having large breasts which also affects their self-esteem.

Gynaecosmastia can occur at any age and it is believed to occur because of the deficiency of testosterone, increased production of estrogen or increase in the conversion of androgens to estrogens. Gynecomastia occurs due to the result of an imbalance between androgens and estrogens.

People who have no idea about this deformity cannot even imagine the shame and humiliation a person endures with this kind of condition. People may inflict physical or psychological personal attacks out of ignorance or cruelty or both. By analyzing or being in the presence of a person with this condition, only then we will be able to know why reducing of breast is needed in men with gynecomastia.

The procedure for Gynecomastia involves liposuction which is used to remove all the fatty tissue which is present under the breasts. First the patient is given a local anesthetic. Then small incisions are made around the nipple and other places in the chest. A tube is then used to suck out all the fatty tissue. All the stitches which are used in closing up the incisions are of the dissolving type and they dissolve by themselves after some time. This surgery can take around one to three hours which is dependent upon the quantity of fat present in the patient. Doctor’s send most of the patient to home on the same day of the surgery, but sometimes complications may arise and it is then recommended by the doctor to stay for the night in the hospital.

As with other kinds of surgeries, this surgery also comes with risks. So it is important to keep these risks in mind before proceeding with the surgery. Always discuss the risks with your plastic surgeon before getting the surgery performed on you, so that you are fully information about all the complications which can occur during or after the surgery. These include bleeding, sensitive nipples, pain in the chest, swelling of skin, scarring, allergic reaction to anesthesia and seroma. If any serious kind of complication arises, the patient might need additional surgery.

This procedure does not take much time however it is very difficult and will cost according to the amount work that will be done on a man’s breast. The price for this procedure is also dependent upon the region and will vary according to each region. The Gynecomastia surgery can cost from $2,500 to $3,200 globally. In UK it costs from £1,700 to £2,400.