Many of our patients who struggle with gynecomastia already maintain a healthy diet and a regular exercise routine. Just as the volume of breast tissue is not reduced when women exercise, men are no different. If gynecomastia conditions involve primarily an excess of fat in the breasts rather than glandular tissue, a good diet and exercise regimen may help to some degree; however, many patients find that it is difficult to achieve their goals with diet and exercise alone. In fact, for some individuals who are affected by excess glandular tissue in the breasts, exercise may even exacerbate the problem. […]
When fat and/or a surplus of breast tissue build up in the male chest, the effects can lead to the appearance of enlarged breasts. This common condition, known as gynecomastia, can be both physically uncomfortable as well as a source of embarrassment and self-consciousness. Many teenage boys and men with gynecomastia feel uncomfortable wearing form-fitting clothing or removing their shirts during sports games, at the beach, or in other public situations.
If you believe your chest looks “swollen” or you have enlarged breasts that are unresponsive to diet and exercise, you may have gynecomastia. A consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon […]
Enlarged breasts in men, a condition called gynecomastia, can be quite distressing. Men with gynecomastia often feel self-conscious, un-masculine, insecure and even depressed.
Just how common is Gynecomastia? Nearly half of all men may experience the condition at some time in their lives. The good news is that gynecomastia usually disappears on its own and there are effective surgical treatments such as liposuction available for unfortunate circumstances when it doesn’t.
The causes of gynecomastia include obesity, hormonal imbalances, genetic disorders, illicit drugs such as marijuana, steroid abuse, medication side effects, chronic liver disease and aging. No matter what the cause, men suffering […]
