Reshape a Masculine Chest. Reclaim Your Confidence.

A male breast reduction surgically removes excess fat and glandular tissue—often via liposuction and/or excision—to achieve a flatter, more masculine chest contour.

Ideal candidates are men with persistent breast enlargement due to excess tissue (not just weight), typically after puberty or weight loss, who experience embarrassment, discomfort, or self-esteem issues.

Surgeons usually combine liposuction to remove fat with gland excision through small areola or chest-incision scars. The specific technique depends on the tissue amount and skin laxity.

Most patients return to light daily activities in 3–7 days. Compression garments are worn for 2–6 weeks, with full exercise resumed in 4–8 weeks.

In early or mild cases, lifestyle changes, exercise, avoiding estrogen-mimicking drugs, or medication (like tamoxifen) may help, but lifelong, fibrous tissue often requires surgical reduction.

Incisions are usually discreet—around the areola or underarm. At Radiant Roots, surgeons use precise techniques to ensure scars remain minimal and blend naturally with the chest contour, even in cases requiring skin excision.

Results are long-lasting; however, significant weight gain, steroid use, or hormonal imbalance can cause recurrence. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is key.

Gynecomastia in teens often resolves within 1–2 years. Surgery is advised only once the condition persists beyond puberty and is done safely for adults.

Most health plans consider it cosmetic and don’t cover it. In rare cases—when medical issues or psychological distress exist—coverage may be possible but typically not guaranteed.

You may need medical exams (e.g. blood tests, mammogram), avoid certain medications and smoking, and plan for recovery—including taking time off work and arranging help at home.

You’ll notice immediate shape change, but final results emerge as swelling subsides over several weeks to months, often around 3–6 months post-operation.

Yes, temporary numbness around the nipples and areola is common after male breast reduction surgery. Sensation usually returns within 3–6 months. Permanent loss of sensation is rare.

Risks of male breast reduction surgery may include swelling, fluid buildup (seroma), contour irregularities, minor infection, hematoma, or temporary numbness. Choosing an experienced cosmetic surgeon like Dr. Chandra significantly reduces these risks.

Yes, it's common to combine male breast reduction with contouring procedures like abdominal liposuction or areola resizing for a more balanced result.

Choose a board-certified plastic surgeon with proven experience in gynecomastia surgery. At Radiant Roots, we recommend reviewing before-and-after photos, patient testimonials, and confirming the surgeon’s expertise in both liposuction and gland excision techniques to ensure the best results.

Gynecomastia arises from hormonal imbalance (high estrogen/testosterone), medications, obesity, aging or medical conditions; surgery corrects persistent tissue not resolved by lifestyle changes.

While gynecomastia often resolves by age 18, male breast reduction is typically recommended once breast development stabilizes—usually after puberty—and the individual understands the procedure.

Driving is generally safe after 24–48 hours, once you're no longer under sedation and feel comfortable turning without pain.

At Radiant Roots, male breast reduction is performed with patient comfort in mind. Most patients experience mild discomfort, which is easily managed with prescribed pain medications. Swelling and bruising are common during the first 1–2 weeks and gradually subside.

Light walking can start within a few days. Avoid upper-body workouts for 3–4 weeks. Chest-specific exercises typically resume around 4–6 weeks based on recovery.

Gynecomastia is glandular tissue from hormonal imbalance, often requiring excision, while pseudogynecomastia involves fat only and may be managed with liposuction alone.

Bodybuilder gynecomastia is often caused by hormonal imbalance—especially due to anabolic steroid or testosterone use—which leads to excess estrogen converting to glandular breast tissue that cannot be reduced with exercise alone.

Yes, male breast reduction surgery effectively removes steroid-induced gynecomastia by excising the dense glandular tissue behind the nipple, which cannot be eliminated through fat burning or chest workouts.

Yes, bodybuilder gynecomastia can be more complex due to dense gland tissue and tight skin. At Radiant Roots, our experienced surgeons perform precise gland excision and sculpting techniques to achieve minimal scarring and a well-defined chest contour tailored for athletic builds.

Yes, continuing steroid use or unregulated testosterone therapy after male breast reduction surgery can lead to recurrence. For long-lasting results, it’s essential to manage hormone levels responsibly and avoid anabolic substances post-surgery.

Gynecomastia surgery in Mangalore typically costs between ₹60,000 to ₹1,10,000. The exact cost depends on the complexity of the case, the surgeon’s experience, and whether the procedure involves liposuction, gland excision, or both.