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What Is Gynecomastia?

 

Gynecomastia is a very common condition in which firm breast tissue forms in males and surprisingly affects an estimated 40-60% of men. Interestingly, the word Gynecomastia is basically a medical term that is derived from the Greek words for "women-like breasts". 

For those of you that find Gynecomastia painfully embarrassing, it's important to remember that it is treatable with either a specific diet and exercise program or surgery.

You are also not alone... a lot of other men are dealing with this very same issue. In fact, Gynecomastia is not a new condition. There have actually been studies on King Tut's mummy that have shown that Egypt's boy king had enlarged breast tissue.

What Causes Gynecomastia? 

Unfortunatly, the causes of gynecomastia are not certain, however, it is usually attributed to an imbalance of sex hormones or the tissue responsiveness to them.

For the most part, a root cause is not determined. Potential causes of gynecomastia include: medications, increased serum estrogen, androgen receptor defects, decreased testosterone production, HIV, chronic liver disease, chronic kidney disease, and other chronic illness. Other causes of gynecomastia can include side effects from medications.

What Are The Symptoms Of Gynecomastia? 

The symptoms of gynecomastia can include firm tissue enlargement of the breasts, (this happens usually on both sides) and tenderness. In certain extreme cases, secretion of milk may also happen.

What Are The Treatments For Gynecomastia? 

There are a few different treatment approaches that are available for men with Gynecomastia.

Step 1: A specific diet and exercise program designed to target the chest area should be the first step. A general diet and exercise program doesn't usually help and may even make the problem worse. But there are specific exercises and certain foods to eat (and to avoid) that can significantly reduce gynecomastia.

Step 2: The second and most effective but risky (and costly) option is gynecomastia surgery. The problem is that surgery to correct gynecomastia is considered cosmetic and generally not covered by insurance. It may cost you anywhere between 2500 and 5000 dollars.

Note: The appearance of you man boobs can also be decreased through the use of a compression vest. These vests also go by the names of chest binders and compression shirt girdles. Basicaly they are vests that compress you man boobs to your chest and thus minimize the external appearance.

Can Gynecomastia Cause Depression? 

The short answer is yes. Gynecomastia can have such a major emotional impact on men and will sometimes cause feelings of shame, embarrassment and depression. The gynecomastia itself is not harmful physically but it can be so psychologically harmful to men that it may cause severe depression. Talking to someone about how you feel can signigicantly help you avoid anxiety and depression caused by gynecomastia.

Can't I Just Exercise It Away? 

The short answer is no. You can't just get rid of Gynecomastia by building up your chest muscles. In fact, since the fat and glands which make your boobs appear large sit between the muscles and your skin, building up the muscles underneath will simply push the boobs out further. You need a diet and exercise program that is specifically designed to target your gynecomastia.

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How Does Gynecomastia Surgery Work and is it Safe? 

If the gynecomastia is caused by excess glandular tissue then the excess glandular tissue must be cut out, usually through a small incision near the edge of the areola.

If the gynecomastia is caused by excess fat then the excess fatty tissue must be removed by liposuction. A hollow tube is inserted through a tiny incision and the fat is "sucked out".

Gynecomastia surgery is in general a safe procedure. Complications are infrequent but can include infection, adverse reaction to anesthesia, skin injury, excessive bleeding and excessive fluid loss or accumulation. The surgery may also result in noticeable scars, permanent pigment changes in the breast area, or slightly mismatched breasts or nipples. If asymmetry is significant, a second surgery may be performed to remove additional tissue. Other temporary effects of Gynecomastia surgery include loss of breast sensation or numbness, with the pain lasting up to a year.

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