It is breast enlargement in which the pathological breast tissue increases in men. Breast enlargement is observed frequently and normally in the postpartum, puberty and adult periods. Most of them do not have an obvious cause. Familial transmission can be seen with some drugs used, anabolic steroids used by bodybuilders, some chronic diseases, endocrine disorders, testicular tumors and some hereditary disorders. It can be painful, especially during adolescence. How long it has been present, when it started, presence of chronic disease, drugs used, infertility, sexual disorders should be questioned.
Ultrasonography is requested as a test. The quality of the breast tissue and the mass are evaluated. Liposuction and surgical removal procedures are performed either separately or together. Excess breast tissue, excess fat, enlargement of the nipple and skin sagging determine the type of surgical treatment. Surgery can be performed in breast enlargement over 4 cm or nipple enlargement (25-30 mm) that does not regress within 1.5-2 years and if the patient is psychologically affected. Since some drugs can interact with anesthesia or have side effects, the patient should inform his doctor about all the drugs he is using before the surgery. In particular, aspirin and its derivatives should be discontinued at least one week before the operation. Some food supplements and vitamins can increase bleeding. Since smoking negatively affects wound healing, it should not be used for a long time before and after surgery. After the operation, the chest is wrapped with bandages. Depending on the doctor's advice and the anesthesia method, the patient is usually discharged on the same day. It is not an operation that is painful or painful afterward. A corset is recommended for the patient to wear for 2-3 weeks. The patient should avoid sports and movements that will force the upper body for a while. Recovery and recovery is fast.
