Overview

Male breast over-development, or gynaecomastia, is generally a bilateral (both sides) and symmetrical anatomical abnormality of male breast maturation.

Occasionally due to endocrine hormone abnormalities, the process most often occurs with no apparent cause in adolescent or fully mature males. Obesity may be a contributing factor, but equally often the problem is simply due to undesirable pectoral fat storage and some element of glandular tissue enlargement in the male breast.

Gynaecomastia affects an estimated 40 to 60 percent of men. It may affect only one breast or both. For men who feel self-conscious about their appearance, breast reduction surgery can help.

During this treatment, excess fat is either removed with liposuction alone or via a combination approach involving direct excision and liposuction. In the latter, a scar is hidden around the perimeter of the areola. Results are long lasting and natural-looking.

Expected Out of Pocket Expenses:

·         Privately Insured $ 3,800

·         No Insurance $7,000

Procedure: Performed under General Anaesthetic in hospital

Hospital Stay: Overnight stay

Recovery:   Compression garment 6 weeks, bruising and swelling for two weeks

Medicare Rebate: Yes Medicare Item No. 45585 x2 (if bilateral)

Medicare requirement: Ultrasound is required prior to consultation to confirm presence of gynaecomastia

Call us on 4920 7700 to make an appointment.