1. How can I know if surgery is right for me?
Your doctor should be able to tell you what surgery can do for you and to help you understand the risks. Only you can decide whether the operation is right for you. No doctor will guarantee perfect results because each body heals differently.

2. Can I get the same results without surgery?
Oftentimes there are alternative, like the ones offered on this site. Determine if your needs fall into this category.When you are examined in the office, your doctor will be able to assess the possibility of other treatments.

3. How much will the operation cost?
When calculating the cost remember there are several separate charges. There is a surgeon’s fee. There is the cost of the operating room and supplies. And of course (many people forget) there is a separate charge for anesthesia.

4. Will my insurance pay for this surgery?
Most Insurance companies only pay for surgery if it is not considered cosmetic surgery. You can always ask your doctor to write a letter of recommendation to them. This may help.

5. How do I prepare for surgery?
Think about what you will need in the house in the days after surgery. You may want to run errands like taking money out of the bank or doing laundry, stocking up on food etc. For a few days before surgery you may want to get plenty of vitamins and stay as healthy as possible. Do not take aspirin before surgery. You doctor will most likely advise this. It thins the blood and will cause excessive bleeding during the surgery.

6. Can I take my regular medicines before surgery?
Go through the list of your regular medication with your doctor and find out what should and should not be omitted.

7. Are there any medicines I should not take before surgery?
Yes. Do not take aspirin for two weeks before surgery. It may increase the risk of bleeding. There will be a host of other medicines on the “do not take” list, so go over the details with your physician.

8. What can I eat before surgery?
Once again, your doctor will specify the guidelines but often it is advised that a patient not eat at least eight hours prior to surgery. This is because when mixed with the anesthesia, having food in your system can cause vomiting and this can present itself as a very serious condition. Many doctors will cancel surgery if you do eat within a certain timeframe.

9. Is there anything I can do to reduce scarring to bruising?
Rest is very important. Ice will reduce the swelling and pain. Apply it carefully so you do not damage the area. In all honesty, scarring can be unpredictable after the incisions have been made. Vitamin E can help on scar tissue and fade the discoloration.

10. Is there anything I need to tell the surgeon before surgery?
Always be honest and upfront with your physician. Tell them what you would like to accomplish with surgery and they will help you be realistic with your goals.

This isn’t the end of the line…

There are many more questions you will need to ask your physician before surgery or about alternate treatments, so don’t treat this list as if it encompasses everything. This is a good start to understanding your condition and how surgery will play a part in the correction of it.

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The Cost of Surgery

First let’s talk about the cost of Gynecomastia surgery. In most cases, the surgery is considered cosmetic and will NOT be covered by insurance companies. Kind of a bummer, huh?

On average, you can expect to pay between $3000 and $5000 for surgery in the United States. That doesn’t include anesthesia which will add at least another $2000 and your potential hospital stay. Other costs will include compression vests for post surgery, lab tests and all the little extras that hospitals tally up.

Generally, the procedure is ambulatory, meaning you’re in and out of the hospital or facility the same day. This is good news for your wallet.

I apologize if the range above appears vague but the fact is, depending on your state and health insurance coverage, the cost of Gynecomastia surgery will fluctuate. My recommendation is to allocate at least $7500 (maximum) if you decide to opt in for this procedure. That should cover all your bases.

Let’s take a look at a quick rundown of what you can expect…

The Procedure

Today Gynecomastia surgery is a fairly common procedure. So long as your doctor is experienced and proficient, side-effects should be minimal. However, it is important to understand that no surgical procedure comes without some sort of price whether it be monetary or physical.

The surgery consists of removing fatty and glandular tissue from around the breast. In some cases the excess skin will have to be removed as well. After surgery the breast will have a flatter and firmer appearance. The surgery can be performed on men of any age but usually with adolescents doctors recommend waiting to see if the problem is temporary and corrects itself.
Temporary Gynecomastia is common in teenagers going through puberty and usually dissipates after age 18.

In most cases your doctor will recommend an exercise program before surgery, especially if you’re considered overweight or have a higher body fat ratio.

Let’s take a look at some considerations you should be aware of when going under the knife.

What to Expect

With any surgical procedure, infection and bleeding can be a hazard. Scarring is also possible along with swelling. Be aware that scarring will be a factor with surgery in most cases. But if the doctor is good, the scars should be small and unnoticeable.
Definitely avoid strenuous physical activity after the surgery for at least 6 weeks. This should be common sense but I like to give everyone the heads up anyway.

Also, you’ll want to avoid direct sunlight to the chest area while you are healing. Sunlight may make scarred tissue discolored and more obvious.

You may experience numbness in the surrounding areas of the breast tissue, especially on or near the nipples after surgery. In most cases, this sensation dissipates after about a year.

The initial recovery period is about 7 to 10 days after the procedure. Sometimes drains are used to help make the swelling go down faster. They will typically remain in for about three days after which they will be removed at your first post-op appointment.
Total recovery time can vary from patient to patient. Most patients can expect to be fully healed by 3-6 months. At this point most or all of the bruising and swelling should be gone and the scars will have faded significantly.

My thoughts…

Let’s start with the most obvious drawback…the cost of surgery. If you have an extra $7500 “bones” to burn then maybe a Gynecomastia procedure is a viable option for you. Most people, however, don’t have that kind of scratch laying around. So what do you do?

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