Gynecomastia Los Angeles

Excessive male breast tissue (gynecomastia) is a medical problem that is best handled by an experienced surgeon. For this reason, Dr. Mehrzad suggests you focus on how to get your best results rather than on costs. To make male breast reduction surgery fit your budget, Ocean Plastic Surgery Center takes several payment methods, and we can also help you locate low-interest financing. While surgery for gynecomastia is generally not covered by insurance, it's worth contacting your insurer to check.

Gynecomastia develops in men when there is an imbalance in the hormones. In most cases, gynecomastia is connected to the use of androgens and anabolic steroids. It may also be the result of using illegal drugs, including marijuana or heroin. Gynecomastia might also be triggered by some medical conditions (hyperthyroidism, hypogonadism, and tumors), plus some medications (highly active antiretroviral therapy for AIDS, chemotherapy, and anti-anxiety medications). It is very important to be honest with your surgeon about your lifestyle and any factors that may have contributed to your condition.

Gynecomastia occurs in men when there is an overgrowth of breast tissue in the chest, which can cause swelling, tenderness, and pain. Some patients might have pseudo gynecomastia (false gynecomastia) so Dr. Mehrzad suggests that patients lose weight by following an exercise plan and a healthy diet before considering surgery. If you have excess breast tissue while you are at a healthy weight, Dr. Mehrzad will perform a physical exam and order diagnostic tests. This might include a mammogram, blood tests, or a biopsy to look for other causes, like an infection of the breast tissue (mastitis) or cancer.

Male breast reduction surgery is the most effective treatment for gynecomastia. Currently, the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) hasn't approved any medications for the treatment of gynecomastia. Although they aren't approved for gynecomastia, a few breast cancer medications (Raloxifene or Tamoxifen) might give you minimal improvements. Upper body weight training to increase the pectoral muscles will not reduce the excess breast tissue and could even make the breasts look bigger.

Puffy or pointy nipples may be caused by glandular gynecomastia. If you are concerned about this, be sure to tell Dr. Mehrzad at your consultation. He will personalize your surgical plan to select the best incision pattern and technique to improve your nipples. Oversized areolas may also be corrected in surgery for gynecomastia. It is crucial to be honest with Dr. Mehrzad about all your concerns and goals during your initial consultation so that he can make sure you get the results you want.

The level and placement of any scarring differs from patient to patient. For example, if you require glandular or skin excision, the length of your incision will be based on your anatomy. Also, scars resulting from gynecomastia surgery will vary, depending on the amount of breast tissue you have and the elasticity or laxity of your skin. Even those who have larger breasts and tend to get larger scars are usually quite satisfied with the results.