Gynecomastia

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What is gynecomastia?

Gynecomastia is a condition in which male patients of various ages experience an increase in the size of their breasts. Although it can make both of the breasts grow this enlargement happens unevenly some of the time.
Even if it is not considered to be a risky condition, gynecomastia is hard to handle in terms of the embarrassment it causes in the patients and the pain in their breasts. For some men, it can be a huge emotional burden.
Oftentimes, the imbalance of the sex hormones, namely estrogen and testosterone causes this condition. When the estrogen which is the hormone that controls the breast growth levels are high in a male they might deal with swelled breasts.

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Who can prefer gynecomastia?

Most of the cases of gynecomastia prevail among teenage boys who are in puberty. It is because their hormone balances change rapidly compared to the other age ranges.

However, gynecomastia is a condition that can occur in every age of men:

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Infancy

A significant amount of newborn babies are grown with overdeveloped breasts. It happens during the pregnancy period because of the estrogen hormones passing through the placenta. This is mostly a temporary thing for the babies and will go away within a few weeks.

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Puberty

Shifting hormones might result in gynecomastia and it is a common condition among teenage boys. In this period of age, this condition goes away between 6 months to 2 years in the case of hormone levels evening out.

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Adults

Overdeveloped breasts are also prevailing in men over 50 since their body produces less testosterone due to age. They might accumulate extra tissue in their breast. Also please note that most adults with gynecomastia have symptoms near to none.

Besides these commonly encountered cases, body-builder gynecomastia is also a risk group of developing overgrown breasts if they consume too many testosterone stimulants. The body produces an estrogen-like substance to eliminate testosterone in this case and this condition results in breast overdeveloping.

Additionally, another possible patient is people who are suffering from obesity since the rapid increase in body fat also might intrigue estrogen production, therefore gynecomastia. While diagnosing the patients it is examined if the condition is because of the hormonal imbalance of gynecomastia vs fat.

Symptoms of gynecomastia

Although gynecomastia symptoms can vary from person to person, but most common signs can be listed as follows:

Pain and lump in the breast
Nipple discharge
Swollen breast tissue
Lump or fatty tissue around the nipples
Itchy breast or underarm area
Unusual breast changes
Delicacy in the breasts
Discomfort when nipples are rubbed against the clothes
Uneven growth in the breasts

You might have to consider consulting your doctor if you experience symptoms similar to the symptoms mentioned above, but please keep in mind that these symptoms can also be caused by other conditions.

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What causes gynecomastia?

Besides the hormone imbalance between estrogen and testosterone, gynecomastia can also develop as a reaction to many types of drugs or medicine such as:

Antidepressants
Illegal drugs including anabolic steroids
Prostate cancer medicines
Stomach medicines
Bacterial and fungal infection medicines
Ulcer or cardiovascular medicines
Chemotherapy medicines

You have to give out tests to your doctor to determine the cause of your breast enlargement and get your treatment accordingly.

As well as being a possible side-effect, gynecomastia also might be seen in patients who have diseases like:

Tumors of the adrenal glands or pituitary gland
Lung or testicular cancer
Kidney or liver diseases
Thyroid disorders
Obesity
Some kind of injury or trauma
Inherited conditions like Klinefelter syndrome
Alcoholism

Even though most of the patients experience gynecomastia due to changes in hormone levels, it can also be derived from other possible complications.

Can gynecomastia go away?

Gynecomastia in infancy and puberty which is caused by hormonal imbalance often goes away over time, but when it comes to adults it is generally treated with medication or gynecomastia surgery.

The patients can also ensure that the gynecomastia works by comparing before and after gynecomastia surgery results.

Preparation before gynecomastia

Firstly, make sure at least 4 days are reserved for the surgery before the gynecomastia operation. Your doctor will give you a physical examination to take your past health and medical history and prepare you accordingly.

These tests might include the following:

Blood tests including liver function tests and hormone studies
A mammogram which is a low-dose x-ray of your breast
Urine tests
Biopsy which is taking a small breast tissue sample to examine for the cancer cells

A mammogram or an ultrasound is usually needed since breast lumps are encountered both in gynecomastia and breast cancer.

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Gynecomastia treatment

Treatment for gynecomastia involves non-invasive methods such as the following:

Hormone therapy
Dieting
Ceasing drug addiction

However, in some cases, the overgrowth breast tissue needs to be removed with surgery for the treatment of gynecomastia. There are 2 types of gynecomastia surgery:

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Liposuction: For the soft and fatty breast tissues, liposuction is often the most common choice.

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Open surgery: If the breast tissues are firm and big, it has to be removed by open surgery but this operation doesn’t leave a scar. This is not considered to be a risky operation. Firstly, the surgeon cuts a half-circle in the breast and removes the tissue. He or she also performs liposuction if needed.

The operation of gynecomastia lasts about one hour and it is usually not a painful surgery. Patients can go home after the operation in most of the cases.

Recovery after gynecomastia

Gynecomastia is considered to be a safe and painless operation. Most of the time patients can go home within the day of the surgery. Going back to work usually is after 3 to 4 days.

Usually, the first day is the day that can be a little tough in terms of pain but this is pain that painkillers can help.

Gynecomastia surgery ordinarily doesn’t cause bruising or swelling.

After the operation, your doctor might suggest you use a corset for the first 4 weeks. The dress of the wound can be taken off after 2 days and washed on the 3rd day. Then the patients can work on the 4th day.

You have to rest for 1 to 2 days at least to feel completely better.

On the 5th day, pay attention to your breast area if there is any swelling since it can be a sign of infection. In this case, make sure you inform your healthcare provider of these complications.

Why should you choose Turkey to get your gynecomastia surgery?

Gynecomastia is rather an easy operation considering the pain levels and the risks. Patients who suffer from gynecomastia often consider Turkey to get their surgery done safely and affordably.

Turkey is particularly a good choice in terms of providing good results with its highly skilled surgeons. The individuals can ask for gynecomastia surgery before and after pictures to ensure the success of the operation

How much does gynecomastia surgery cost in Turkey?

Turkey is essentially attractive to patients who seek a price/performance ratio option in terms of gynecomastia surgery cost. Turkey offers lower prices in both accommodation and particular requirements compared to the UK, the US, and other developed countries.

The gynecomastia surgery cost varies due to additional treatment, tests, and the special condition of the patients individually. You can always consider the best option for you while taking into account the place of the clinic and other particular requirements.

The gynecomastia treatment cost is affected by government incentives, competitive pricing, and a wide range of accredited clinics in Fethiye.

Overall, Turkey is a place that provides a satisfying and profitable environment for patients who are considering getting gynecomastia surgery.

Candidates:	Male patients who have overgrown breasts.
Procedure:	Removing the excess breast tissue.
Duration:	Approximately 1 hour
Stay:	Immediate discharge
Anesthesia:	Local

Recovery:	3-4 days
Side Effects:	Mild pain or swelling
Exercise:	After at least 2 weeks
Scars:	None
Pain:	Minimal level

FAQ

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Does gynecomastia go away?

Gynecomastia in infancy and puberty which is caused by hormonal imbalance often goes away over time, but when it comes to adults it is generally treated with medication or gynecomastia surgery.

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How to get rid of gynecomastia?

Gynecomastia treatment might involve non-invasive non-invasive methods such as hormone therapy, dieting, and ceasing drug addiction or surgery including liposuction and open surgery.

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What are the symptoms of gynecomastia?

Gynecomastia has several symptoms including pain in the breasts, swelling breasts, and tenderness in the breasts.

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How to do gynecomastia self-care?

To prevent gynecomastia, you have to limit your alcohol consumption and avoid using drugs.