Gynecomastia is a condition that impacts men at all stages of their lives. In Islamabad, this ailment is evident in the development of ‘man boobs’ in some occasions it happens due to hereditary, hormonal imbalances, and particular medications among others. Most men ask this question, Will gynecomastia resolve with weight loss? 

What Is Gynecomastia?

Male breast enlargement is known as gynecomastia. This is a situation where the breast gland of the man actually enlarges; this is as a result of an elevated level of estrogen hormone relative to testosterone hormone in the body of the man. Estrogen is a female hormone and it is found in both males and females.

Why does Gynecomastia Occur

Gynecomastia can be triggered by a range of factors, including:

Hormonal Imbalances: 

Gynecomastia is caused by decreased levels of estrogen and increased levels of testosterone. Occasionally, males may develop breast tissues due to impaired normal hormonal secretion due to aging, or other illnesses.

Medications: 

Some drugs increase the estrogen levels or manipulate the testosterone levels in the body for instance antidepressants, anti-anxiety drugs, steroids, and antianginal medications.

Genetics:

 In some cases the common factor for gynecomastia  is hereditary.

 What Effects Does Weight Loss Have on Gynecomastia?

When you lose weight, the fat contents in your body decrease and this can also help to reduce an enlarged chest. Here’s how weight loss affects both pseudo-gynecomastia and gynecomastia:

Pseudogynecomastia and Weight Loss:

Pseudogynecomastia, which i the accumulation of adipose tissue in the chest area uses the same approach. Liposuction causes fat in the chest to reduce as the overall body fat and thus the chest becomes flatter.

True Gynecomastia and Weight Loss:

When the breast tissue grows, you will not be able to sort out the problem with weight loss. This is because weight loss involves getting rid of fat. At times the breast glands may not follow the signs in body weight and even when someone loses weight; the breast will appear to have Gynecomastia.

How to Differentiate Between Gynecomastia and Pseudogynecomastia?

Because the treatments are different, it is necessary to make a distinction between gynecomastia and pseudogynecomastia. Here are some ways to differentiate:

Physical Appearance:

 While gynecomastia has glandular hard breasts feeling, pseudo gynecomastia has a softer feeling since the majority of this condition comprises fatty tissue.

Pain or Tenderness: 

In cases of gynecomastia, certain types of glandular tissue can cause pain or tenderness, unlike in pseudo-gynecomastia.

Alternative Treatments for True Gynecomastia

If you have true gynecomastia that doesn’t respond to weight loss, there are additional treatment options to consider:

Medications: 

If hormonal disorders are confirmed during diagnosis, the use of drugs can effectively treat them. Such may include drugs that help balance Estrogen or trig testosterone levels.

Lifestyle Adjustments: 

By staying away from alcohol, avoiding drugs and any medication that affects hormone balance, and dieting with exercise, you can minimize the symptoms.

Surgical Options:

Liposuction:

 For others, liposuction might be suggested. This procedure deposes fat from the chest area and it does give a flatter look.

Mastectomy:

 For those men who have had rather excessive growth of glandular tissue, a mastectomy may be deemed necessary. This is more intrusive but one of the most efficient ways of removing breast tissue as it will be described below.

Exercise and Strength Training: 

Certain exercises target and strengthen chest muscles, reducing the appearance of Gynecomastia. Push-ups, bench presses, chest flies, and similar exercises may in fact not decrease glandular tissue but can give a slimmer-looking chest.

Final Thoughts:

True gynecomastia may not always be helped by weight loss, but pseudo gynecomastia can often be improved with it. However, if you are suffering from gynecomastia and you have tried undergoing weight loss then possibly enjoying better results may involve taking medications,  If you have a specific skin condition, do not hesitate to visit Enfield Royal Clinics and consult with our surgeons to learn about the methods of how to treat it, and again, do not forget that following lifestyle changes or even undergoing surgery