Gynecomastia is a common condition in males.It is an enlargement or swelling of breast tissue in males. Gynaecomastia can be caused by an imbalance between the sex hormones testosterone and oestrogen. Oestrogen causes breast tissue to grow. While all men produce some oestrogen, they usually have much higher levels of testosterone, which stops the oestrogen from causing breast tissue to grow.
There are two surgical options to treat gynaecomastia; liposuction for fat reduction and/or mastectomy for breast glands tissue removal. If gynecomastia doesn’t improve on its own or if it causes significant pain this might be an indication of existing gland tissue and you need to seek your doctor’s advice.
What causes gynaecomastia?
Gynaecomastia does not have one specific cause. It could be the result of a number of issues, with the cause varying from individual to individual. The condition can affect either one or both breasts. Further, The effects can also be disproportionate rather than symmetrical. While the causes vary, the condition will not have any life-altering effect or damage. However, gynaecomastia is often known to make people extremely conscious, affecting their mental well-being. The good news is, gynaecomastia in teens subsides over time. This is due to hormones balancing out. In certain cases, where the condition does not diminish on its own, there may be an underlying cause.
Some of these causes include:
- Hormonal imbalance or changes in hormone levels
- Medications
- Use of recreational drugs
- Thyroid
- Weight gain
- Diseases related to the kidneys
- Consuming alcohol excessively
These causes can turn serious if left unchecked.
How can gynaecomastia be treated?
Gynaecomastia can be treated through both surgical and nonsurgical means. The fat cells that get deposited in the tissues under the skin at the chest need to be removed to treat gynaecomastia. Treating the underlying condition along with undergoing cosmetic procedures will provide a comprehensive treatment that offers effective results. Some of the treatment options used commonly for male chest or male breast fat reduction include hormone therapy, laser treatment, exercises and diets, surgery, and fat-freezing. More often than not, aestheticians recommend non-invasive procedures to reduce the complexity of treatment and recovery. Further, non-surgical procedures are also relatively affordable.
Non-surgical gynaecomastia treatment at Derma Cosmetika
At Derma Cosmetika we offer a non-surgical option for gynaecomastia fat reduction. Exilis Ultra 360 is a non-invasive and non-surgical treatment option with no down time. The treatment is used to melt the fat cells in the chest area. The fat is then expelled through the lymphatic system. Our non-surgical gynaecomastia treatment is also painless and effective. With the Exilis Ultra 360 being ideal to treat most areas of the body, the procedure is also safe to be conducted by our professionals.
To understand the treatment better and know the possibilities of the procedure in your case, you can visit us for a consultation and have all your queries answered.
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