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Rarely a severe medical problem, breast enlargement in men, or gynecomastia, can be embarrassing since it can strike at any age, including the impressionable adolescent years. In rare cases, it can also cause physical pain. Dr. Patrick Obasi of Noble Cosmetic Surgery in Plano and Desoto, Texas, can assess and diagnose your gynecomastia condition and recommend the best course of action for your case. Call the office or book an appointment online today.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Typically, male breasts feature underlying muscle tissue thicker than the outer fat layer. When the balance of natural levels of testosterone and estrogen changes in a male, that fat layer may thicken and create breasts with a feminine appearance. The condition may affect one or both breasts evenly or unevenly. Young men are usually more affected by gynecomastia. As testosterone production drops with age, about one-quarter of men between 50 and 69 will also develop the condition. Frequently, gynecomastia decreases as hormone balance returns to normal, but there is a chance it will persist or become symptomatic, which may require treatment. There are some cases where gynecomastia occurs as a side effect of medications, health conditions, or substance issues.<\/span><\/p>\n

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There are typically two general surgical approaches to gynecomastia. The first is liposuction of fat tissue in the breast itself. Liposuction targets the fatty tissue in the breast but usually doesn\u2019t target glandular tissue, though there are exceptions, depending on individual cases. Tissue excision addresses more severe cases of the condition, mainly when more glandular tissue is the target and excess skin removal is required.<\/span><\/p>\n

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