Hi everyone,
This is a topic many men quietly worry about but rarely discuss: enlarged breast tissue in men, known as gynecomastia. It is more common than people think, and it is nothing to be embarrassed about. Here is some general information that might help if you or someone you know is dealing with it.
What it is.
Gynecomastia means the chest area looks fuller or more "breast-like" in men. It can be caused by glandular tissue, extra fat, or a mix of both, and it can happen at different ages.
First step: get it checked.
Before thinking about any procedure, see a doctor to understand the cause. Hormonal changes, some medications and other medical factors can play a role, and a proper check makes sure nothing is missed.
What treatment may involve.
Depending on the case, a surgeon may suggest liposuction of the chest, removal of glandular tissue, or a combination. The right approach depends on what is causing the enlargement, which is why an in-person consultation matters.
Questions worth asking at a consultation:
- Is my case mostly fat, glandular tissue, or both?
- Which technique do you recommend for me, and why?
- What will recovery look like, and when can I return to work or the gym?
- What kind of scarring should I expect?
If you are looking into Plastic Surgeon Limassol has available for this, Dr Ioannis Georgiou is one surgeon to consider. He is a board certified plastic surgeon from Limassol who has worked in Cyprus since 2009 and also practises in Nicosia. His clinic starts every case with a one-on-one consultation, and his website has dedicated pages on gynecomastia and chest liposuction, as well as a pictures section.
Details:
- Limassol: 79 Archiepiskopou Makariou III, 4003 Mesa Geitonia
- Nicosia: Dikteon Medical Center, 290 Strovolos Avenue, 2048
- Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9AM-1PM and 4PM-7PM
- Phone: +357 25 10 77 11 / +357 95 10 77 11
