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Regain your confidence start:Gynecomastia Surgery at Medstar Multispeciality Hospital

Do you feel awkward about the appearance of your chest? Are you suffering from gynecomastia, a condition characterized by excessive breast tissue in men? MedStar Multispeciality Hospital's Gynecomastia Surgery Clinic is the right place. What is Gynecomastia Surgery? Gynecomastia Surgery is a surgical procedure to remove unwanted breast tissue and give back an exceptionally much more masculine contour to the chest. Our expertly trained surgeons use state-of-the-art techniques to eliminate unwanted tissue, giving you the most natural look and confidence.

The procedure

Our Gynecomastia Surgery Clinic does several procedures to treat gynecomastia, such as:

Liposuction: Invasive procedure designed to eliminate unwanted tissue and excess fat.
Tissue Excision: Surgical procedure to remove unwanted tissue.
Combination Technique: Hybrid technique combining liposuction and excision for the best outcome.

Procedure and Recovery

Before the treatment is carried out safely and without pain, one of our very skilled and experienced surgeons will be able to take you through everything in detail. The time taken in the surgical suite will depend upon the complexity of the case, usually between one and three hours. Patients can expect swelling, bruising, and discomfort after treatment; these side effects may be managed with medication, such as painkillers, and plenty of rest. The patient wears a compression garment for a few weeks; most return to routine activities in a week or two, but most do not return to work full-time until a week or four.

Before After

FAQ

What is recovery time and downtime?

A mini tummy tuck is a same-day procedure and a simple tummy tuck can also be a same-day procedure. All other procedures may need a stay for a night or two. Post-operation check will be needed for wound management and dressing change. Most people can walk the same day or the next day of surgery but it takes time to resume full normal activities.

How gynecomastia can be reduced?

Enlarged breast tissues in males are called gynecomastia. In most cases, gynecomastia resolves on its own but in cases of persistent breast tissues, medical or surgical treatment is needed to treat them. It can be reduced by:

Treating the underlying cause of the gynecomastia like liver diseases or low testosterone levels or medications like steroids, diuretics, etc.
Treating enlarged breast tissue directly by the use of medicines and surgery.

Will gynecomastia go away with weight loss?

Gynecomastia caused due to an increase in weight can go away with weight loss. But in some cases, they remain as it is, even after weight loss and regular exercise. This kind of condition needs medical or surgical treatment. Surgical treatment is the long-lasting and most effective option for gynecomastia surgery in Dubai. Minimally invasive surgeries are also available for minimum scarring with the least complications.

What type of doctor treats gynecomastia?

The cosmetic surgeon treats the condition of gynecomastia. Careful examination, diagnosis, and surgical approach of the gynecomastia surgeon in Dubai affect the final results of the procedure. You can opt for our cosmetic surgeons who are skilled and experienced in performing safe cosmetic procedures in both men and women.

How does gynecomastia look?

Gynecomastia can look like swollen or enlarged breasts. Based on the appearance, it can be graded as:

Grade 1:Enlarged nipples
Grade 2: Enlarged with excess fat
Grade 3: Enlarged nipples with excess fat and skin
Grade 4: Full-grown breasts like females

Which diuretic causes gynecomastia?

Medications are one of the causes of gynecomastia. A diuretic drug (which increases the production of urine) called furosemide can cause gynecomastia. When it is given in combination with digoxin (heart disease drug), it increases the chances of enlarged breast tissues in males resulting in gynecomastia. Stopping or using an alternative for these medicines can help resolve the gynecomastia issues in men.

Can gynecomastia cause infertility?

Gynecomastia can not cause infertility and vice versa. A decrease in testosterone hormone levels in males can lead to both infertility and gynecomastia. In such conditions, the underlying cause of low testosterone is diagnosed and treated. In the meantime, if needed, testosterone derivatives are prescribed by the doctor to treat the symptoms.

Why does gynecomastia happen?

Gynecomastia is normal in cases of babies, boys going through puberty and men above 50 years of age. It is caused in adult males due to hormonal imbalance. Hormonal imbalance can be the result of:

Medical conditions like tumor of testes, liver disease. hypogonadism, etc.
Medications like steroids like Aldactone or diuretics like furosemide or heart disease medicine like digoxin.
It can also be the result of weight gain, genetics and bodybuilding.