What is gynecomastia surgery?
Removes excess glandular and fatty tissue from the male chest.
What is gynecomastia surgery?
Removes excess glandular and fatty tissue from the male chest.
Also known as
- male breast reduction
Quick facts
27,000
annual US gynecomastia surgeries
$5,200
average surgeon fee
Common reasons people choose this procedure
Approaches and motivations vary by surgeon and patient anatomy. Compare techniques and real outcomes on the main Gynecomastia Surgery page.
Alternatives
Weight loss + chest training
Effective only for pseudo-gynecomastia (pure fat). True glandular tissue does not respond to diet or exercise.
Hormone evaluation and treatment
If gynecomastia is caused by an active hormonal issue (steroids, medications, hypogonadism), addressing the root cause may be more important than surgery.
Tamoxifen or raloxifene
May reduce early/recent-onset gynecomastia in some patients. Not effective for long-standing fibrotic tissue.