Overview
Male Mastectomy, also known as gynecomastia surgery or male breast reduction surgery, is a surgical procedure to remove excess breast tissue, fat, and skin in men. This procedure is commonly performed to treat gynecomastia (enlarged male breasts), breast cancer in men, or cosmetic concerns, improving chest contour and self-confidence.
In Korea, male mastectomy is performed by experienced plastic or breast surgeons using advanced surgical techniques, ensuring minimal scarring, effective contouring, and quick recovery.
Highlights:
- ✅ Corrects enlarged male breasts or gynecomastia
- ✅ Can treat male breast cancer
- ✅ Improves chest appearance and self-confidence
- ✅ Minimally invasive options available for select cases
What is Male Mastectomy?
Male Mastectomy involves removing excess breast tissue, fat, and sometimes skin from the male chest, restoring a flatter and more masculine chest contour. In cases of male breast cancer, the procedure may include removal of additional tissue and lymph nodes to ensure complete cancer treatment.
Indications include:
- Gynecomastia (enlarged male breasts) causing discomfort or psychological distress
- Male breast cancer requiring surgical removal of breast tissue
- Cosmetic concerns related to chest contour
Important: Male mastectomy can be performed as a cosmetic or therapeutic procedure, depending on the underlying condition. Preoperative evaluation ensures the safest and most effective approach.
What are the benefits?
- Restores chest contour: Creates a flatter, more masculine chest
- Relieves discomfort: Eliminates physical discomfort caused by enlarged breast tissue
- Improves self-confidence: Enhances appearance and reduces psychological stress
- Treats male breast cancer effectively: Ensures complete removal of cancerous tissue when needed
Key benefits highlighted:
- ⚡ Minimally invasive options available for selected patients
- ⚡ Rapid recovery and low complication rates with experienced surgeons
- ⚡ Long-lasting results when combined with healthy lifestyle
- ⚡ Can include liposuction for optimal chest contouring
Procedure Details
1) How should I prepare for Male Mastectomy?
- Preoperative evaluation: Blood tests, imaging (ultrasound or mammogram), and medical history review
- Medication review: Stop blood thinners or medications as instructed
- Fasting: Usually 6–8 hours before surgery
- Consent and education: Discuss procedure, risks, outcomes, and recovery plan
- Lifestyle preparation: Avoid alcohol and smoking; arrange for postoperative support
2) What happens during Male Mastectomy?
- Anesthesia: General anesthesia administered
- Incision: Small incisions made around the areola or along natural chest lines
- Tissue removal: Excess glandular tissue, fat, and skin are excised
- Contour sculpting: Liposuction may be used to achieve a smooth chest contour
- Closure: Incisions closed with sutures; drains may be placed if needed
Duration: Typically 1–3 hours depending on the complexity
3) What happens after Male Mastectomy?
- Recovery monitoring: Vital signs and incision sites observed in hospital
- Pain management: Analgesics prescribed for mild to moderate pain
- Activity: Gradual return to normal activities; avoid strenuous chest exercises for several weeks
- Follow-up care: Monitor incision healing, drainage (if present), and overall recovery
Highlights for post-procedure care:
- ⚡ Mild swelling, bruising, and discomfort are normal
- ⚡ Compression garments may be recommended for several weeks
- ⚡ Avoid heavy lifting and chest exercises for 4–6 weeks
- ⚡ Attend follow-up appointments to ensure proper healing and optimal results
Risks / Benefits
Risks:
- Infection or wound complications
- Bleeding or hematoma formation
- Numbness or altered sensation around the nipple
- Unsatisfactory cosmetic outcome or asymmetry
- Rare scarring or contour irregularities
Benefits:
- Effective removal of excess male breast tissue
- Restores a flatter, more masculine chest contour
- Relieves physical and psychological discomfort
- Low complication rates with experienced surgeons
Recovery and Outlook
- Hospital stay: Usually outpatient; some patients may require overnight observation
- Full recovery: 2–4 weeks for normal activities; 4–6 weeks before resuming chest exercises
- Long-term outlook: Excellent; results are typically permanent with maintained body weight
- Follow-up: Regular postoperative visits to monitor healing, incision care, and cosmetic outcomes
Tips for optimal recovery:
- ✅ Wear compression garments as advised
- ✅ Avoid strenuous activity until cleared by the surgeon
- ✅ Keep incision clean and dry
- ✅ Attend all follow-up appointments to monitor recovery and results
When To Call the Doctor
- Fever, chills, or signs of infection
- Severe pain not relieved by medication
- Excessive bleeding or swelling at the incision site
- Unusual discharge or changes around the nipple
Best Korea Option / Process
Korea provides advanced male mastectomy care:
- Top hospitals: Specialized plastic and breast surgery centers with expert surgeons
- Advanced surgical techniques: Minimally invasive options and liposuction-assisted procedures
- Postoperative care: Pain management, incision monitoring, and use of compression garments
- International patient support: Online consultations, appointment scheduling, and telemedicine follow-up
Step-by-step process in Korea:
- Online consultation and preoperative assessment
- Pre-surgery evaluation, imaging, and fasting instructions
- Male mastectomy performed by experienced surgeons
- Postoperative monitoring, pain management, and gradual activity resumption
- Follow-up appointments to monitor healing, cosmetic results, and long-term outcomes
