🔍 What is gynecomastia?
True gynecomastia
Enlargement of breast glandular tissue due to hormonal imbalance.
Pseudogynecomastia (lipomastia)
Tightening of the deeper tissue layers for longer-lasting results
Important
Before surgery, it is important to clarify which type of gynecomastia is present, as treatment varies.
🛠️ Surgical methods
- Often used for pseudogynecomastia with fat accumulation (lipomatosis)
- Smaller skin incisions, fewer scars
- Vibration- or ultrasound-assisted liposuction is often advisable
- Required for true gynecomastia
- Removal via an incision at the lower edge of the nipple (periareolar)
- Often in combination with liposuction for shaping
- Necessary for severe gynecomastia or after significant weight loss
- Leads to larger scars (e.g., anchor incision or T-incision)
🏥 Surgical procedure
- Duration: Approx. 1–2 hours
- Anesthesia: Usually general anesthesia, possibly local anesthesia with twilight sleep for minor procedures
- Outpatient or inpatient: Depending on the severity and method, often possible on an outpatient basis
⚠️ Risks and complications
- Bruises, swelling, pain
- Infections, impaired wound healing
- Asymmetries (rare)
- Scarring
- Numbness of the nipple (usually temporary)
- Rare: Bleeding, seroma formation (accumulation of wound fluid)
🩹 Aftercare
- Compression vest: Wear for 4–6 weeks to minimize swelling and stabilize the result
- Rest: Avoid physical exertion and exercise for several weeks
- Follow-up: Regular doctor visits to check the wound
- Final result: Visible after approximately 3–6 months
- Often affects approximately 30–70% of men
🩺 Specialist consultation
- Plastic and aesthetic surgeons are the right people to contact
- A proper diagnosis (ultrasound, hormone levels if necessary) is important to distinguish true gynecomastia from pseudogynecomastia
Our testimonial
What Our Customers say?
My experience with Banus Clinic has been exceptional. I underwent liposuction earlier this year, and the staff guided me through every step with great care. The healing process was manageable, and the final outcome looks natural and refined. I couldn't be happier.
- Ethan R.Interior Designer
I was nervous about getting liposuction, but Banus Clinic made the entire journey smooth and reassuring. The results exceeded my expectations, and I feel so much lighter and more confident. The team was supportive, and my recovery went better than I anticipated.
- —Anna S.Marketing Consultant
I had abdominal liposuction about 8 months ago from Banus Clinic, and it is one of the best decisions I’ve made. The recovery took almost 5 weeks for me and was a bit tough, but the results have been absolutely worth it. I feel more confident and comfortable in my body now.
- —Claudia M.Arictect