Gynecomastia

Enlarged male breasts, or gynecomastia, are a condition that many men struggle with.  Sometimes called “man boobs,” it can be extremely hard on self-confidence when a man doesn’t feel comfortable taking his shirt off or wearing certain outfits. Even worse, enlarged male breasts can often be the subject of many jokes or ridicule, especially for…

Although gynecomastia has always affected a significant number of men, it’s only in recent years that the plastic surgery community has given this condition a growing amount of attention, shedding light on the toll it takes on men’s self-confidence. Rather than hiding their body and feeling ashamed of how they look, people who are treated…

Men seeking plastic surgery are commonly interested in addressing signs of aging or changes they see in their bodies over time. Often, they have concerns or insecurities about multiple areas of the body or face. For these patients, Dr. Cruise offers a customizable treatment known as a daddy do-over, which may include chest gynecomastia surgery…

Steroid use is a common cause for gynecomastia that develops as an adult.  Thankfully, there are effective treatments available to resolve gynecomastia for those who experience the condition after taking steroids. In addition, many patients can avoid the condition altogether. Here are some basics that you should know regarding steroids and gynecomastia. What is Gynecomastia?…

Gynecomastia can be a source of self-consciousness for many. Thankfully, gynecomastia surgery is available to treat this condition and offer a permanent body contouring solution for the chest. If you’re considering gynecomastia surgery, there are a few things you should understand before deciding to move forward with the procedure. How to tell if you have…

Gynecomastia surgery, or male breast reduction, is one of the procedures that Dr. Cruise is best known for. This procedure is chosen by men who have enlarged breast tissue, which may be the result of any number of factors including hormonal imbalance or dramatic weight loss. Before you choose to move forward with gynecomastia surgery,…

Gynecomastia is a common condition that affects the breast tissue in men. This is a condition in which the male breasts become enlarged, resembling that of female breasts. Gynecomastia often happens during puberty for adolescents as their hormones are changing, but it can also occur in men during adulthood. Often, the enlarged breast tissue will…

Gynecomastia is the medical term for enlarged male breasts. It is quite common for teenagers going through puberty to experience this condition. For most young men, it goes away on its own by the age of 21. Adult males who have gynecomastia are rarely able to get rid of it on their own with medications,…

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