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5 Common Myths About Gynecomastia

Men who are experiencing enlarged, swollen, or tender breast tissue may be suffering from a condition known as gynecomastia. Although the symptoms may be noticeable, the truth about the condition can be masked by misunderstandings and feelings of embarrassment. As a board-certified plastic surgeon in Houston who is extensively trained and experienced in gynecomastia surgery, James F. Boynton, MD, FACS […]

Can Gynecomastia Be Treated Without Surgery?

Men who experience an overdevelopment of breast tissue, known as gynecomastia, can be bothered by feelings of physical and emotional stress brought on by their chest appearance. Although gynecomastia is a very common condition, treatment options are generally not widely discussed, which may inhibit men from knowing where they may find an appropriate solution. On that same note, men with […]

What Is the Best Treatment for Gynecomastia?

Gynecomastia (sometimes colloquially referred to as “man boobs”) is a common condition many men experience around the age of puberty. In fact, some studies say 10 percent of men experience some degree of this condition at puberty. Adolescents to middle-age men often can experience gynecomastia after usage of anabolic steroids or certain medications. In some cases the condition is just […]

Can Gynecomastia Be Treated with Exercise?

A question commonly asked by males who have gynecomastia is whether or not the condition can be successfully resolved with exercise. The answer to this inquiry often depends on a variety of different factors, the most important of which is the specific underlying cause of the enlarged breasts. If the development of overly large breasts is primarily caused by being […]

What’s the Difference Between Gynecomastia & Pseudogynecomastia?

The appearance of enlarged breasts is a concern that affects many adolescent and adult males. While “gynecomastia” is frequently used as a blanket term when referring to this issue, the condition may actually qualify as “pseudogynecomastia” for certain individuals based on the anatomy of their abnormally large breasts. In true gynecomastia, overly large male breasts are mainly caused by an […]

Minimally Invasive Areolar Reduction Is a Bonus in My Approach to Gynecomastia Treatment

Men hate having “fullness” or “man boobs” or “puffy nipples” on their chest. Most of my patients tell me that they have been struggling with this since puberty, and they are very self-conscious about taking their shirts off. As men get into their early 40s and their metabolism slows down, the body picks up “fat” around the chest and side […]

Recovery from Male Breast Reduction Surgery

In my last blog post, I revealed my unique, less-invasive approach to male breast reduction. One of the many advantages of this innovative technique is the minimal downtime that typically ensues (or doesn’t, if you will). As a result of such small incisions being utilized, stitches are generally not needed, and the entire recovery process is often quick and relatively […]

My Less-Invasive Approach to Male Breast Reduction

On average, I perform male breast reduction to treat gynecomastia about five times a month, as it is a very popular procedure at my practice. The technique I utilize is best defined as chest wall sculpting with a “pull-through” or “mini-strip” excision of the “fibrous” gynecomastia tissue. Essentially, this approach is a very detailed and focused liposuction of the chest […]

Am I a Candidate for Male Breast Reduction?

Gynecomastia, or the abnormal development of enlarged male breast tissue, is a common condition many males experience. Both teens and adults are bothered by this condition, especially men in their forties who have begun to develop excessive breast tissue or have been struggling with the condition since they were in high school. Depending on its severity, gynecomastia can often lead […]