Male Breast Lift (Gynecomastia)

A fairly common problem for men is enlarged breasts or gynecomastia. Men with gynecomastia are often self-conscious about the size or shape of their breasts. They have often attempted to improve their condition through strenuous workouts with little or no success.

Male breast reduction surgery is a good option for men with enlarged breasts. It typically involves a combined approach with liposuction to the breast tissue and excision of remaining glandular tissue via a small incision on the breast.

The recovery period involves some bruising and swelling that improves significantly over the first week, with some mild residual swelling that disappears over the following weeks to months. The patient should plan for a reduced activity level over the first few weeks, and then can typically return to full activity, including working out, after four to six weeks. A compression garment is typically worn during this time period to aid with swelling reduction.