Gynecomastia Anesthesia
Anesthesia for Male Breast Reduction / Gynecomastia Correction
Joseph T Cruise, MD uses only board certified anesthesiologists to make sure you have the best anesthesia possible. The anesthesiologist will discuss with you what type of anesthesia is best for you. He/she will take into consideration your medical history, the procedure, and your personal wishes.
- Overview of Gynecomastia
- Causes of Gynecomastia
- Ideal male chest
- Joseph T Cruise, MD's Gynecomastia Philosophy
- 7 Types of Gynecomastia
- 1-Puffy nipple. Breast tissue outside of areola
- 2-Chest angle less than 45 °
- 3-Chest angle 45-60° Mild breast sag
- 4-Chest angle 60-90° Moderate breast sag
- 5-Chest angle greater than 90° Significant sag
- 6-Top of areola is above chest fold. Severe sag
- 7-Top of areola is below chest fold. Extreme sag
- Are You a Good Candidate?
- Benefits of Male Breast Reduction
- Components of Gynecomastia
- Classic Gynecomastia
- Puffy Nipples
- Fatty Gyecomastia
- Saggy Gynecomastia
- Breast Roll
- Prior to Male Breast Reduction
- Male Breast Reduction Anesthesia
- After the Male Breast Reduction
- Recovery from Male Breast Reduction
- Possible Complications
- Gynecomastia Cost and Financing
- Gynecomastia Words to Know
- Gynecomastia Before and After Pictures
If only you are only having a gynecomastia procedure, it is possible to perform the procedure under local anesthesia. Usually, however, it is done under general anesthesia. The choice is up to you. Joseph T Cruise, MD will help you with this decision at the time of your consultation.