Surgical treatment of enlarged male breast tissue (gynaecomastia).
About the procedure
What this procedure involves
Gynaecomastia is the enlargement of male breast tissue, which may involve glandular tissue, fat, or both. Surgical treatment, sometimes called male breast reduction, removes excess glandular tissue and, where appropriate, fat from the chest. Dr Jassim Daood performs gynaecomastia surgery at the Bankstown clinic. Whether surgery is appropriate depends on the cause and your individual circumstances, which are assessed at a consultation.
Recovery
Recovery varies between patients. A compression garment is typically worn for several weeks, and swelling and bruising are expected. Many people take around a week away from work, though this depends on the individual and the nature of the procedure.
In depth
More about this procedure
Detailed information about this procedure. Select a section to read more.
Gynaecomastia surgery may be considered for men with persistent enlargement of the breast tissue that has not resolved and is causing self-consciousness or discomfort. Because enlargement can involve glandular tissue, fat, or both, and can have underlying causes, the cause is assessed first, and some men may need investigation before surgery is considered.
Suitability is determined individually at your consultation, and a stable weight is usually advised beforehand.
Treatment removes excess glandular tissue and, where appropriate, fat from the chest. Where the enlargement is mainly fatty, liposuction may form part of the approach; where there is firm glandular tissue, direct excision, often through a small incision at the edge of the areola, may be needed.
The specific approach, the anaesthetic and the expected time are planned around your circumstances and explained at your consultation. Surgery is offered at an indicative all-inclusive price of $5,990, confirmed in writing after your consultation.
A compression garment is typically worn for several weeks to support the chest and control swelling, and swelling and bruising are expected.
Many people take around a week away from work, with strenuous activity and heavy lifting avoided for longer, depending on the individual.
Surgery can produce a flatter, firmer chest contour. Final results appear as swelling settles over the following months and vary between individuals.
Maintaining a stable weight helps preserve the outcome, and realistic expectations are discussed before any decision.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
Gynaecomastia is the enlargement of male breast tissue, which can involve glandular tissue, fat, or both. It can have a range of causes, and identifying the cause is part of the assessment at your consultation.
Surgery removes excess glandular tissue and, where appropriate, fat from the chest. The specific approach is planned around your individual circumstances and explained in full at your consultation.
Not necessarily. Gynaecomastia can involve glandular tissue as well as fat, so liposuction alone may not be appropriate. The assessment determines the right approach for your circumstances.
Suitability is assessed individually, and underlying causes may need to be investigated first. Some people are not suitable candidates, which is part of what the consultation determines.
Gynaecomastia surgery is offered at an indicative all-inclusive price of $5,990. The final cost is confirmed in writing after your consultation, covering the total cost, including the surgeon, anaesthesia, facility fees and aftercare.
A compression garment is typically worn for several weeks, and swelling and bruising are expected. Many people take around a week away from work, depending on the individual.
A GP referral is required before a cosmetic surgery consultation, and the referring practitioner must not perform cosmetic procedures themselves.
