What is the difference between gynaecomastia and man boobs?
Gynaecomastia, also known as Man Boobs, is a common condition affecting many males in today's society. Gynaecomastia is usually caused by an underlying imbalance between the male and female hormones.
If the problem of male chest enlargement is not due to enlargement of glandular tissue, but instead it is due to accumulation of fat, it is not true gynaecomastia.
How do I know if I have gynaecomastia or just excess fat in the chest area?
An examination of your chest to determine the consistency of the chest tissue by your doctor is also important in determining whether your problem is due to glandular development or just fat.
How do I treat gynaecomastia/chest fat?
Depending on what version of gynaecomastia you have will determine which treatment method is best suited to you. If your condition is caused by excess fatty tissue, the most appropriate treatment method is
However, if your condition is due to glandular (female breast tissue) development then a traditional surgical procedure will be required.
What’s involved with a traditional gynaecomastia procedure?
The traditional method of removing gynaecomastia involves a general anaesthetic and an incision being created around the underside of the nipple.
Once the incision has been made the surgeon will physically remove the glandular tissue. Once the tissue has been removed the incision will be closed up with a series of small stitches.
In many cases this will be a day procedure and will require about 1 weeks rest. The incisions will fade to a fine line within 6-12 months depending on your skin type.
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