Is it difficult to solve male gynecomastia with chest exercises?
Patient Registration Info
| Age | Weight | Height | BMI |
|---|---|---|---|
|
in their 30s |
67kg |
171cm |
23 |
Surgical site
gynecomastia
2-A
Men with gynecomastia (female-like breasts) often find themselves wearing two layers of thin clothing or adopting a hunched posture to hide their protruding chest.
In the early stages of gynecomastia, some individuals notice changes in their chest and mistakenly assume that it’s simply due to weight gain. As a result, they often try methods like dieting or chest exercises to reduce the size of their chest.
However, despite these efforts, while other areas of their body may slim down, the chest size remains unchanged, often making the chest appear even more prominent. This can lead to significant stress and discomfort.
In such cases, a breast ultrasound can help determine if there is an overdevelopment of glandular tissue. If so, a combination of glandular tissue removal and, if necessary, liposuction may be required to improve the gynecomastia symptoms.
For men struggling with gynecomastia, getting an accurate diagnosis and starting treatment as soon as possible is essential. Instead of dealing with the issue alone, it’s important to seek the help of a specialized medical professional to develop an appropriate treatment plan.
In this session, we’ll be reviewing a case of a patient diagnosed with Simon Grade 2A gynecomastia and their surgery.
[Lesarts plastic surgery body assessment before gynecomastia surgery]
This patient is in his mid-30s and has been aware of his gynecomastia symptoms since his early 30s.
He experienced persistent discomfort in both daily life and social situations due to the protrusion of his chest, which led him to visit our clinic.
In an effort to alleviate the discomfort caused by gynecomastia, the patient consistently followed a diet plan and experienced some weight loss. He also noticed a slight reduction in the size of his chest.
However, despite these changes, he never fully achieved a flat chest appearance, and the discomfort persisted.
[Lesarts plastic surgery body assessment before gynecomastia surgery]
During the body assessment for gynecomastia surgery, the patient’s chest size was visually confirmed to be generally developed and protruding.
To accurately determine the cause of the gynecomastia, an ultrasound examination was conducted, revealing excessive development of the glandular tissue in both sides.
The patient was diagnosed with true gynecomastia, corresponding to Simon Grade 2A.
In this case, the recommended procedure was glandular tissue removal through gland excision, which would help address the chest volume issue that had caused discomfort.
To prevent the chest shape from becoming uneven or hollow due to the empty space left by the excised gland tissue, a tissue repositioning procedure was necessary to create a smoother and more refined chest shape.
However, the patient was taking vitamins, omega-3 supplements, and hair loss medication before the surgery.
Since vitamins, omega-3 supplements, and herbal remedies can increase the risk of bleeding during gynecomastia surgery, the patient was advised to stop taking these medications at least 5 days before the surgery after consulting with the medical team.
Furthermore, the hair loss medication that the patient was taking was explained to potentially affect hormone balance, which could lead to the possibility of gynecomastia recurrence. This was also discussed thoroughly with the patient.
The following are pre- and post-surgery photos taken 2 months after the gynecomastia surgery.
[Lesarts plastic surgery before&after gynecomastia surgery(Taken under the same conditions 2 months after gynecomastia surgery.)]
As seen in the comparison images taken 2 months after the gynecomastia surgery, the volume of the chest, which was previously protruding due to the glandular tissue, has been improved, resulting in a more masculine chest shape.
[2 month post-gynecomastia progress(Image for better understanding.)]
[Comparison of T-shirt Fit Before and After Gynecomastia Surgery(Image for better understanding.)]
Individuals with gynecomastia often prefer wearing dark-colored clothes, layering multiple garments, or opting for thicker fabrics to conceal the volume of their chest.
After gynecomastia surgery, the volume and protrusion of the chest are eliminated, allowing for a more masculine chest line with just a thin T-shirt.
While the patient did receive some help with fat reduction and skin tightening through diet and exercise, the main issue—the glandular tissue—could not be addressed until the surgery.
By eliminating this discomfort through gynecomastia surgery, the patient was able to regain a confident and masculine chest shape.
If you suspect that you have symptoms of gynecomastia caused by glandular tissue overgrowth or chest volume, it is best to visit a clinic and consult with a medical professional to discuss diagnosis and treatment options for the most effective solution.
