What is the goal of surgical treatment of gynecomastia?
Our goal of surgery is to relieve the condition adequately so that our patient can participate more fully in activities where embarrassment and anxiety would otherwise occur. This can include sports and social activities where certain clothing styles would ordinarily be worn or where removal of one’s shirt might occur. It’s important to note that the surgical goal may not necessarily involve removal of a shirt in public because skin removal, and/or more extensive scarring can be required in some cases.
