- It is helpful to know what gynecomastia type you are prior to going for consultation.
- Gyne. type helps determine Type of Surgery, Type of Anesthesia and Surgical Cost.
- The single most reliable method of patients determining their gynecomastia type is Chest Fold Angle.
- The single most reliable method of surgeons determining gynecomastia type is Excess Skin causing Nipple Bounce.
- See Table and Examples below.
| Gyne. type | Chest fold angle | Typical appearance |
|---|---|---|
|
Type 1 |
< 45 |
Puffy Nipple. |
|
Type 2 |
< 60 |
Rounded chest fold. Chest does not bounce |
|
Type 3 |
60-90 |
Chest bounces when running |
|
Type 4 |
>90 |
Breast roll |
|
Type 5 |
|
Arm pit roll |
|
Type 6 |
|
Back roll |
What gynecomastia type looks closest to you?
Type 1
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Type 2
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Type 3
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Type 4
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Type 5
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Type 6
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- Knowing the gynecomastia type you have prior to consultation makes helps greatly with research and expectations.
- It is essentail to distinguish between types 2, 3 and 4 as the treatments are dramatically different.
- Determining chest fold angle is the single best gynecomastia type predictor for patient’s. See Below
- Determining exact amount of excess skin via “Pinch Test” is most accurate and is done by Dr. Cruise.
- If your chest bounces when running then excess skin is likely.
