Bodybuilder Gynecomastia Surgeryin Austin, TX

Treatment of gynecomastia for bodybuilders is often different from Dr. Caridi’s standard four-step approach offered to most patients. The reason is that they often don’t have much fat to work with, so the use of male breast liposuction is unnecessary.

Instead, Dr. Caridi’s method is “upfront” with a small incision at the bottom of the areola and the use of the electrosurgery device to remove the challenging glandular tissue present. There is no incision in the armpit area for liposuction treatment. To ensure that there is as much of the normal surrounding tissue as possible, Dr. Caridi uses his lighted magnifying eyeglasses to assist in the meticulous dissection.

“It has to be perfect as there is no room for error in the management of bodybuilders gynecomastia.” —Dr. Robert Caridi

Bodybuilder gynecomastia has a higher rate of bleeding during the procedure and hematoma formation after treatment. This is related to the large muscle mass below and the inflamed nature of the gynecomastia tissue.

In addition, many bodybuilders take hormones, prohormones, and supplements that thin the blood and increase bleeding. Bodybuilders are often less compliant in terms of their recovery and full disclosure regarding what they are taking. Returning to the gym too soon can stir up swelling, bleeding, and scar tissue.