Gynecomastia is a common condition that involves enlargement of male breast tissue. It is often an annoyance and source of embarrassment for men. Gynecomastia affects 40-60% of men who visit our clinic in Vadodara, Gujarat for gynecomastia surgery and is caused by excess estrogen production by the body. This condition can involve physical discomfort and pain and difficulty in doing daily activities. Men and boys having gynecomastia can feel quite conscious and embarrassed about their breasts, which can result in a negative psychological impact and anxiety often makes them uncomfortable of going shirtless in public. For such patients, male breast reduction surgery is the perfect solution. Gynecomastia surgery in Vadodara is a highly sought after procedure at our clinic.

India is a Popular Country for Undergoing Male Breast Reduction Surgery

A patient looking to travel overseas for a gynecomastia treatment can choose India as the top destinations for gynecomastia surgery. India has become one of the leading destinations for medical tourists seeking male breast reduction surgery. The increasing popularity of the country and cities like Vadodara, Gujarat for gynecomastia surgery is mainly due to highly skilled professionals, immediate appointments and cheap costs. There are a number of reputed private hospitals in the major cities of Delhi, Mumbai, and Ahmedabad besides Vadodara as well which are well known for the surgery. The procedure costs range up to about 1.5 lakh rupees in India, which is approximately 3x lesser than the cost of the surgery in the United States. Moreover, India is home to a large number of recognized cosmetic plastic surgeons who offer high quality treatment. Yuva clinic is one such renowned center offering the best gynecomastia surgery in Vadodara, Gujarat. 

How To Choose A Surgeon for Gynecomastia Procedure?

You need to ensure the following conditions in order to choose the right plastic surgeon for your male breast reduction surgery. These are:

• The plastic surgeon’s educational background and training experience. 
• Whether the plastic surgeon is experienced in performing cosmetic procedures.
•  Your level of comfort with the plastic surgeon and the medical staff in general.

These considerations will ensure that you don’t suffer from unnecessary side effects of the surgery and ensure great results.

Frequently Asked Questions About Male Breast Reduction Surgery

• How do I know if I have gynecomastia?
  Gynecomastia usually occurs in both breasts, but patients may have unilateral breast enlargement. Breast self-examination reveals an unusually large, palpable, tender, fatty mound of breast tissue.
• Is the procedure covered by my insurance?
  Since gynecomastia surgery is categorized under cosmetic surgeries, it is not covered by medical insurance.

Who are the Ideal Candidates for Gynecomastia Surgery? 

• Individuals having good general health.
• Individuals with good skin elasticity. The procedure requires skin contraction after the excess skin is removed so healthy skin is an advantage.
• Individuals who do not use steroids, drugs, or drink alcohol excessively are ideal candidates.
• Individuals who are not significantly overweight. Such individuals will benefit more than those who weigh more than their ideal weight according to the BMI. 

What Are Advantages Of Male Breast Reduction Surgery?

• Permanent solution- One of the main benefits of gynecomastia surgery is that it produces permanent results. Since the surgery involves removal of the enlarged breast tissue, it gives a permanent reduction in the size of male breasts. 
• Increased Confidence- Men who undergo a gynecomastia surgery in Vadodara at Yuva, feel much more comfortable with their bodies after the procedure. They are no longer awkward in gyms and social situations, resulting in a higher level of self-esteem and renewed self-confidence.
• Personalized – An advantage of gynecomastia surgery is that it is highly personalized. The surgeon plans the surgical technique that is most suitable, taking into consideration factors like the age, body type, and physical fitness of the patient. This ensures that they are always satisfied with the results of the surgery.

Gynecomastia Surgery Complications

In general, gynecomastia surgery in Vadodara at our clinic is incredibly safe and all patients have smooth recoveries. Due to the greatest attention to safety on the part of the plastic surgeon, complications are rare. Temporary after-effects of surgery like bruising, fluid collections, numbness of the nipples are part of the recovery process and resolve within weeks. Meticulous surgical technique and best pre and postoperative management are essential to good surgical outcomes.

Recovery After Surgery

In patients who only need liposuction to correct enlarged male breasts, return to exercise and work is typically within a few days. For patients who need surgical removal of the breast gland, it can take about a week to heal properly to resume routine activities. In our patients undergoing gynecomastia surgery in Vadodara at Yuva Clinic, they are able to resume work after surgery within a week. They are able to get back to the gym for cardio at 2 weeks and weightlifting at 4 weeks with proper care and recovery.