Gynecomastia (Gynecomaia) is a medical term that originates from the ancient Greek word meaning "female breasts." Although this so-called strange disease is rarely talked about, it is estimated that 40-60% of men are affected by gynecomastia. It can be unilateral or bilateral. While certain medications and diseases have been linked to excessive gynecomastia, the cause in most cases is unknown. For men who are self-conscious about their body shape, breast reduction surgery can be used to correct gynecomastia. Surgery removes fat and glandular tissue from the breast, and in cases with very large breasts, excess skin, leaving the breasts flatter, firmer and more contoured. Indications: If a man is insecure about his own image, breast reduction surgery can solve this problem. Consultation 1. Healthy, emotionally stable male patients with breast hypertrophy of any age. It is best for the patient to have solid, elastic skin to reshape the new body shape; 2. Tell the doctor to ask about your ideal breast shape and size, nipples and The position of the areola, and what improvements you want to see in your breasts; 3. The doctor will examine and measure your breasts, and take photos for medical records. The size, shape, skin texture, and position of the areola and nipple should be carefully examined; 4. Tell the doctor your medical history, including all medical information: drug allergies, previous treatments, and previous medications. Breast surgery such as biopsy, current medications, etc.; 5. For people who are obese and overweight and do not want to correct it through physical exercise and weight loss, the effect of surgery will be affected. In addition, people who drink excessively and take drugs are best not to undergo surgery. These drugs and steroids that affect metabolism can cause gynecomastia. Therefore, patients should first stop using such drugs and observe whether breast hypertrophy can be reduced. Surgical Procedure Male Breast Augmentation Surgery is usually a clinic operation, but in severe cases or other special circumstances, one day of observation or hospitalization is required. The surgery usually takes one and a half hours to complete, but may take longer in severe cases. Surgical anesthesia is enhanced with local anesthesia, more extensive corrections require general anesthesia, and the patient sleeps throughout the procedure. If the breasts are enlarged due to excess glands, they will need to be removed with a razor blade. Resection can be performed alone or combined with liposuction. Usually the incision is made at the edge of the areola. Through incisions, the doctor removes excess fat glands and skin around the areola and sides of the breast. Removing more skin and fat requires larger incisions, causing more visible scarring. If liposuction is used to remove excess fat, a suction tube is usually inserted through the incision. If your breasts contain too much fatty tissue, your surgeon may use liposuction to remove the excess fat. A small incision less than 1cm is made around the areola. Or an incision is placed under the upper arm, a suction tube is inserted, and the plastic surgeon sucks out the fat. Patients may feel vibration or friction during the operation, but there is generally no pain. Precautions after surgery 1. You should get up and move around 1 to 2 days after surgery; 2. The area will be swollen and bruised for a period of time. In fact, you may not feel any improvement. In order to reduce swelling, it is best to wear elastic tights 24 hours a day for 1 to 2 weeks, and then wear them at night for a few weeks. Although the most severe swelling will disappear in the first few weeks, it will take more than 3 months to get the final results; 3. Sutures will be removed intermittently about 1 week after surgery; 4. The areola and nipple may feel abnormal, usually temporary , the recovery time of sensation varies from person to person; 5. Sexual life should be avoided within one week after the operation; 6. Vigorous activities of the upper limbs should be appropriately reduced after the operation to prevent the effect of the operation from being affected; 7. Regular follow-up visits.