As in any other surgical procedure, the procedure can be performed on patients in good health (physical and psychological) who underwent evaluation by a specialist who could indicate the degree of gynecomastia and the best surgical or non-surgical procedure to treat the problem. . A better result will be obtained if the patient's skin is elastic and firm, since in this way, it will better adapt to the new body contour. Usually during the puberty phase, normal breast enlargement can occur even in children, so for very young patients it is necessary to assess with an endocrinologist whether, once growth is complete, the breasts will return. their normal size or they will keep their pointed shape. For this reason, it is always advisable to consult a specialist doctor who can accurately assess the patient's hormone levels and formulate the correct diagnosis. “The man's chest loses its masculine aspect and this causes great discomfort for men when it comes to showing their chest in the gym, the pool, etc. In addition, it can even condition your intimate life or the way you dress”.

The operation consists of an incision of a few centimeters made at the level of the mammary areola. Specialists often prefer to combine the procedure with liposuction, both to remove excess fat and to soften the subcutaneous tissue around the extraction area and recreate the natural curve of the chest. The correction is often done in conjunction with liposuction to remove part of the chest fat and isolate the gland. In the same surgery, after liposuction, a cut is made around the lower edge of the areolas through which the gland is removed. The operation is performed in the operating room and lasts between 1 and 2 hours, it can be performed with local anesthesia and sedation in a day hospital with the patient being discharged the same day. In the most severe cases with a large volume of gynecomastia, the surgeon uses techniques that involve the removal of the gland associated with the resection of excess skin, with a procedure very similar to that used in female breast reduction surgery.

The postoperative period is not particularly complicated, but care must be taken in following the care and instructions of the surgeon to achieve the expected result and facilitate healing. After the operation, a compression band or girdle should be worn for about 1 month and no physical effort should be made. This band will help drain and maintain circulation in the operated area. It will be necessary to avoid physical exertion and the practice of sports during the first few days and cures with local antiseptics must be carried out on the surgical wounds until the stitches are removed. In addition, the doctor may recommend the use of certain medications to relieve pain and promote a faster recovery of the body. In some cases, it may also be necessary to use the drain, but the recovery process is different for each person and for each need, the doctor is the only one who can evaluate and decide on a case-by-case basis. As a general rule, you will be able to return to your normal activities after 4 days, while you must wait at least 1 month and a half before being able to exert yourself and do physical activity, such as lifting weights or playing sports, always following your doctor's instructions .