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Gynecomastia is a condition in which men have an increase in tissue in the mammary glands, affecting 60% of men.

Surgery is generally indicated for men who, even after puberty, continue to suffer from this problem, and the surgery time varies greatly depending on the gland condition, usually lasting between one and two hours.

In cases where there is only fat accumulation and the gland does not increase much, liposuction can solve the problem.

However, when the mammary gland is hypertrophic, the surgeon needs to make a simple incision to remove this excess.

Depending on the case, combined techniques may be necessary, especially when there is excess skin and flaccidity.

In this situation, in addition to removing the tissues, the specialist needs to adjust the position of the nipple and areola so that the chest is in harmony with the nipples.

Before and after

In addition to medical evaluation, the patient undergoing gynecomastia needs to perform routine preoperative tests and breast evaluation with ultrasound.

By following these recommendations, the patient's recovery occurs gradually and healthily, and in case of any symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest pain, or abnormal heartbeats, the surgeon should be consulted.

After surgery, the patient needs to follow some care guidelines, such as:

• Sleep on your back for 30 days;
• Attend medical follow-ups;
• Do not smoke for 15 days after surgery;
• Wear an elastic vest to improve skin adherence to the chest for 30 days;