Gynecomastia surgery requires that the patient be in good health. Treatment of gynecomastia begins with a visit to a board-certified plastic surgeon. After a discussion about how the breast enlargement affects you, the doctor will try to identify potential causes, which can include prescription drugs, marijuana, anabolic steroids and, in rare cases, tumors. In the majority of cases there is no identifiable cause.
A physical exam will then allow the plastic surgeon to determine what type of surgical procedure is most appropriate for you. The consultation is usually concluded with a discussion of options, expected outcomes and risks.
When enlargement is significant, a mammogram may be advisable to identify possible tumors.
Generally, patients should stop smoking completely for two weeks prior to surgery, as smoking can interfere with healing.
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