Gynecomastia is a real issue for men. In fact, one out of three men suffers from this condition of swollen glandular tissue, which can be physically embarrassing and sometimes painful. Pseudogynecomastia, on the other hand, can be rectified without surgical intervention.
What is pseudogynecomastia?
“Pseudo” by definition means false or imitation, and when one considers what pseudogynecomastia is, it makes sense. Unlike gynecomastia, which is the result of excess breast tissue, pseudogynecomastia is the accumulation of stubborn pectoral fat. Physically, they may look the same, and although it may be called pseudogynecomastia, it is still a real problem for men.
Pseudogynecomastia vs gynecomastia
In pseudogynecomastia, the primary cause of chest enlargement is fat as opposed to tissue. The fat is usually stored behind and around the nipple area. For gynecomastia, the cause of the condition is excess glandular male breast tissue. This occurs as a result of hormone imbalance. Glandular tissue is firmer and fibrous than fat tissue and it does not respond to diet changes or exercise.
What can be done?
The first thing to do is to get the right diagnosis by a qualified doctor. For those suffering from pseudogynecomastia, compression vests are ideal, but it does not get rid of the underlying issue. As it is caused by excess fat, a full fat and weight loss programme could relieve patients of the condition. Specific exercises that improve the chest’s appearance and contour are also recommended. Fat removal procedures such as liposuction also help to remove excess fat in the problem areas.
Gynecomastia, on the other hand, can’t be treated with exercise or diet. Gynecomastia surgery is still the best option to relieve sufferers of the condition. Despite its intimidating name, gynecomastia surgery is considered as an outpatient treatment, and patients can go home after the procedure. During the procedure, the glandular tissue and excess skin are excised resulting in a flatter, contoured chest. If excess fat is present, it is removed via liposuction.
As with women, men also face appearance issues that are beyond mere vanity. But with the available treatments to safely and effectively address them, conditions such as pseudogynecomastia and gynecomastia can now be a thing of the past for many men. That’s undoubtedly a massive load off their chests.
Finding that perfect tee is one thing, but being able to fit into it the way the mannequin does in the store is another matter altogether. Sure, you can work on losing the beer belly in the gym, but what do you do when all efforts don’t seem to get rid of what looks more like cleavage than a well-defined, broad chest?
If it’s any consolation, you’re hardly alone, with men all over the world suffering the same condition known as gynecomastia, or embarrassingly called “man boobs” by society.
With social media photo albums becoming a mirror of our daily lives, the public stigma behind gynecomastia sufferers cannot be ignored.
The good news is that a simple day-surgery procedure is all you need to eradicate the embarrassment and discomfort.
To top it all off, it’ll help tone and shape your pectoral muscles to give you the desired masculine physique.
Gynecomastia in simple terms, is the enlargement of the male chest caused by excessive growth of breast tissue inside the breast glands.
Severe cases are painful and leads to increased self- consciousness in social settings but 99% of such cases are non- life threatening.
It is not just an aesthetic problem but also more of a medical condition that can be treated easily.
The biggest challenge for gynecomastia sufferers is to muster the courage to seek treatment due to self- consciousness
“Gynecomastia is an issue a lot of patients feel very embarrassed or reluctant to talk about. They worry that others may laugh at them or not understand what they are going through. I usually reassure my patients that gynecomastia is more common than they think and it is not abnormal for them to feel insecure or embarrassed by their condition. It is my duty to try to understand how gynecomastia affects them and discuss with them the options available to them.”
So remember, you are just one call away from eradicating those years of pain and embarrassment caused by gynecomastia. A few hours of professional help and you are on your way to releasing those inhibitions that have plagued you for years, not to mention a better physique.
There are a staggering 85 percent of women and 63 percent of men being dissatisfied with the contour of at least one body part.
Aging, drug side effects, a hereditary disorder, obesity amongst many other reasons have contributed to the obnoxious condition called Gynecomastia (man breasts).
The presence of enlarged man breasts has been seen to ripping confidence levels in men, and with it afflicting about 20% of men. Gynecomastia is not all that uncommon, but that does not mean you have to live with this embarrassment and insecurity.
One of the most effective ways to rid of this condition is to have a gynecomastia surgery which promises a masculine physique.
With the removal of the excess fat and glandular tissue that is sitting in the chest area, the procedure restores the masculine contours of the chest and not to mention, the re-establishment of self-confidence.
The Ministry of Health in Singapore is strict about which health professional is allowed to perform liposuction. This is why they issue licenses based on strict criteria and only a certified, recognised, and licensed doctor is allowed to perform liposuction in Singapore.
Nobody’s perfect. It’s normal to feel insecure about your body, or at least parts of it. Even the most confident of men experience the occasional “fat day”, or look in the mirror and think: “Who’s that uncle?”
If that’s happening to you more and more frequently, maybe it’s time to see a professional who can help you achieve your #bodygoals.Whether you’re already eating clean and working hard at the gym, yet not seeing results, or don’t see yourself giving up your long-term relationship with char kway teow and nasi lemak burgers, there are other ways to sculpt your physique.
“I have moobs!” Top Singapore Men’s Insecurities
The medical term for “man boobs” or “moobs” is gynecomastia. It’s a more common problem in Singapore than you’d expect.
The bad news: Being overweight may not be the main cause, which means that ramping up on exercise may not resolve the problem.
In fact, the swollen glands and fat deposits may be due to puberty, ageing, the side effects of certain medications or hormonal imbalance. You may even experience tenderness or pain in the area.
The good news? Gynecomastia surgery can end your pain and embarrassment. The surgery effectively reduces overly enlarged glandular tissues and/or excess fat tissues so that you can regain a more masculine physique.
