what is gynecomastia?
the gynecomastia is a male disorder characterized by excessive
development of breasts in men. this medical term comes from the greek and means
"moms similar to those of women".
excess mammary gland in males can affect one or both breasts and
usually occurs between 40% and 60% of the male population.
its appearance is very frequent during adolescence, although in a
very high percentage of cases it disappears upon completion of development.
the consumption of certain substances or medicines can also cause
gynecomastia in some men.
causes
the causes of gynecomastia can be several, and there are some
elements that can trigger it. contrary to what is usually thought is not linked
to a greater presence of female hormones. there may be some associated
pathology behind it or some disorder of the endocrine system. the intake of
corticosteroids or testosterone may also be the origin of a gynecomastia in men.
most often, this disorder is caused by a hormonal imbalance due to
a deficit of testosterone or excess progesterone, the consumption of anabolic
or steroids or certain medications, an unbalanced diet or the application of
radiotherapy or chemotherapy.
it is also linked to pathologies such as thyroid, kidney or liver
diseases or obesity.
Types of gynecomastia
there are different types of gynecomastia depending on the degree
of affectation and the damaged tissues.
the milder grades are those that present an increase in the barely
perceptible breast with excess skin or without it. the most serious case is one
in which, in addition to having excess skin, a large breast size can be seen.
gynecomastia is glandular when the affected tissue is the mammary
gland. if it is due to an accumulation of fat, we will talk about gynecomastia
fat. and, finally, mixed gynecomastia is when a combination of the previous two
occurs.
Candidates
the ideal candidate to undergo a gynecomastia correction is a
healthy man, psychologically balanced, and who has completed his pubertal
development. having an elastic and firm skin is a favorable element to achieve
a better adaptation to the new body contour.
if you are overweight or obese, it is advisable to start a weight
loss regimen beforehand.
eating habits should be healthy as well and it is not advisable to
drink alcohol, drugs such as hashish or anabolics.
benefits
presenting too large breasts is for some men a problem that
generates emotional instability.
fortunately, thanks to the aesthetic surgery that corrects
gynecomastia, this disorder finds an easy and very effective solution.
gynecomastia in adolescents can also be treated once the young
person finishes his development.
the change that is experienced in the appearance of the torso
after a gynecomastia operation, returns confidence to those affected.
Gynecomastia, benefits, risks and complications
The fact of having the two normal breasts gives a woman security
that fully justifies this type of treatment.
the risks, although they exist, are justified by the recovery of
the body image.
they depend a little on the chosen technique (diep, dorsal width,
expansion, etc.)
they also exist, but the benefit / risk ratio is reasonable by
choosing the surgeon well.
breast cancer and the use of its treatment justify the efforts of
patients and surgeons to recover symmetry and body shape again.
each of the techniques of breast reconstruction has its risks. and
they are very different in each case.
complications also vary with the technique, and it is best to
explain them carefully in the consultation appointment. if you want more
information, call us and we will dedicate all the time you need to help you
make the best decision.
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