Causes of Gynecomastia
The causes of gynecomastia vary but these are the most common: • Genetic factors are the most prevalent cause and results in too much breast tissue (glandular tissue) in the breast area • The presence of a mass under the breast area
• As a reaction to certain medicines, drugs, and hormone-infused foods • As a result of hormonal imbalances or certain diseases
• Simply having excess weight and fat around the breast tissue (also called "Pseudo Gynecomastia" or "False Gynecomastia")
• Steroid use, high estrogen levels, drug use, medications, and ingestion of foods containing high levels of hormones
• Gynecomastia can also be caused by various diseases and long term usage of drugs such as anti-androgen drugs, sedatives, chemotherapy, steroids, and some particular antibiotics. • Diseases such as hyperthyroidism, chronic liver diseases, chronic renal failure, and Klinefelter syndrome can cause hormonal imbalance in the body, resulting in Gynecomastia.
It's important to see an experienced physician so that the cause can be determined and the appropriate treatment can be pursued. Depending the situation, the doctor may recommend discontinuing medicine or changing lifestyle habits.
Treatment methods for Gynecomastia
The treatments vary depending on the cause. If the cause is due to the presence of a mass, excessive breast glands, or extra fat cells that do not decrease with exercise and dieting, then a simple gynecomastia surgery (liposuction and removal of breast tissue) may be a quick and effective treatment. If the cause is simply too much weight, adjustments in diet and exercise can be made. Gynecomastia surgery can be used if the fat pads under the breast do not disappear with proper diet and exercise. If hormonal imbalances or other causes are involved, physicians must diagnose the condition and apply specialized treatment options.
Male breast reduction - Gynecomastia surgery
Gynecomastia surgery is simple and quick compared to the other surgeries that Dr. Mirabadi routinely performs. The surgery takes only 1-1.5 hours and is performed under local and IV sedation. Most patients go back to work within 24-48 hours. After gynecomastia surgery the fat and glandular tissue is removed and does not grow back.
