Gynecomastia Surgery Cost in India

Gynecomastia surgery is used to treat male breasts enlargement due to excess growth of breast tissues. In rarest of cases, this may lead to formation of cancer. Some infants show slight enlargement of breasts with some milky discharge. This is not a very acute condition and usually lasts for six months to 2 years only.

The primary reason behind such disorder is hormonal imbalance. Men who are overweight or are above the age of fifty years, have greater chances of developing such abnormalities. Sometimes an overactive thyroid gland or any tumor may lead to this problem. Genetic disorders, chronic liver problems and prolonged dialysis also contribute to development of this physical ailment.

This condition initiates with formation of small lump beneath your nipple. It does not cause any pain or irritation in the beginning and can be felt only when touched. If it occurs on any one side, you will notice, that one of your breasts appears to be larger in size.

However, this is very negligible and can be observed when viewed carefully. This is when you should rush to your doctor. If you neglect it now, you will suffer from nipple bleeding, skin sores and other irritation.

Gynecomastia surgery usually involves cutting through areas around nipple and then removing extra breast tissues to resume a flat shape. Nipples are then repositioned and stitched. Loss of sensation persists for several weeks after operation, that gets better with time.

Cost of male breast reduction surgery in India ranges from INR 50,000 to INR 1,50,000.

Breast enlargement in men is usually treated with medicines that restricts estrogen effects in your body. When Gynecomastia surgeries are conducted, they mostly serve as permanent solution to this problem. However, poor diet, lack of exercise and use of certain drugs may lead to recurring issues.