Is it Normal for Gynecomastia to Hurt?

As we all know, when men develop breasts larger than their regular size or structure, we call the condition gynecomastia. “From newborns to older adults, every man has a higher chance of developing manboobs at least once in their life,” claims a medical research study. 

 

The major cause of gynecomastia

There are multiple reasons why a male experiences this condition. The primary cause is hormonal imbalance. When a male’s testosterone and estrogen levels are not balanced in the body, the development of gynecomastia occurs. In other words, the higher levels of estrogen cause the growth of breast tissues in males. Once developed, these breast tissues can only be removed with surgery. Medically, this surgery is referred to as a mastectomy (removal of breast glandular tissues).    

 

In what age range does a man get affected by gynecomastia? What are the causes of man boobs? Get answers from Dr. Jayanthy Ravindran, founder and board-certified plastic surgeon at Tamira.

 

Is pain one of the effects of gynecomastia?

Indeed, pain is one of the widely accepted symptoms of this condition. But, by and large, not all men with manboobs show symptoms. Only some men can sense gynecomastia symptoms and decide to consult a doctor for a diagnosis. So, only those men who feel pain or tenderness can consider it the effect of gynecomastia, provided the doctor confirms the unhealthy condition. 

 

What if a male shows only the swelling of the breasts and does not report pain? Well, even in this case, the doctor had to examine the texture and size of the swollen breasts and prescribe a mammogram to confirm the man's boobs. If the diagnosis is positive, the individual has to undergo the recommended treatment.

 

Is gynecomastia pain normal? 

Any unusual pain in the breast region will hurt the individual, irrespective of whether it’s male or female. Specifically, individuals with gynecomastia may experience abnormal or atypical pain in the nipple and areolar regions. Without a doubt, doctors will consider it abnormal and begin the gynecomastia treatment, considering its seriousness. 

 

However, normality also depends on the individual’s capacity to bear pain in their breasts. Accordingly, an affected individual might or might not get hurt. More Q&As on male breasts here!

 

What should I do after I get hurt?

Never consider a pain light when it comes to problems like gynecomastia. Why? These symptoms may indicate or help you diagnose other serious problems apart from gynecomastia. It might even be breast cancer or a cyst that’s causing pain in your chest. Thus, as soon as you feel any discomfort or pain in your chest, immediately consult your doctor and get it treated.   

 

Get rid of gynecomastia with TamiraLifer

Looking for the best surgeon to undergo gynecomastia in Chennai? Contact us! In recent years, aesthetic surgeons at Tamira, Chennai, have witnessed a surge in gynecomastia patients. Most of them were affected by pseudo-gynecomastia (fat deposits in the chest region). So, liposuction has been the most preferred treatment for gynecomastia reduction amongst Chennai men. 

 

At Tamira, with our advanced aesthetic tools and techniques, we cater to complex procedures. One such gynecomastia procedure is secondary breast reduction surgery for an older adult (above 50 years).