Understanding Gynecomastia Surgery: Real Recovery, Real Results πͺDr. Kim Se Young
π₯“Why Does My Chest Look Like That?”
— Understanding Gynecomastia
with Dr. Kim Se-young from The Plastic Surgery Clinic
Ever looked in the mirror and thought:
"Why does my chest stick out like that… but the rest of me is slim?" π€
If your chest looks pointy or sticks out like a little mountain
π️ even when you lie down, it might not just be chest fat.
You could be seeing signs of gynecomastia (λ¨μ±μ λ°©μ¦).
π¨⚕️ Dr. Kim Se-young explains:
“A pointy-looking chest, especially on a slim body, is a red flag.
If the chest protrudes even when lying down—that’s a classic sign we look for.”
π€ Real Talk with Dr. Kim
PD: Doc, this guy is an MMA fighter… but his chest looks kind of off. Thoughts?
Dr. Kim: Yep, you can clearly see the protruding area. That’s very likely gynecomastia.
We’d still confirm it with an ultrasound π to be sure.
π‘ Is Every Big Chest Gynecomastia?
Not always. ❌
Sometimes it’s muscle πͺ. Sometimes it’s fat π.
But here’s what raises suspicion:
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πΊ Pointy shape
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π§♂️ Slim body, but just the chest sticks out
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π️ Chest still protrudes while lying down
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✋ A lump can be felt
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⬇️ Chest becomes more pronounced after losing weight
If you check a few of these boxes ✅, it’s time to get checked.
π True vs. Pseudo-Gynecomastia
There are two types:
✔️ True Gynecomastia
→ Actual gland tissue (like in female breasts)
→ Won’t go away with weight loss
→ π Surgery is the only option
✔️ Pseudo-Gynecomastia
→ Just fat, no gland
→ π Weight loss might help, but chest fat is stubborn!
π§ "I Had It as a Teen—Now It's Gone?"
Totally possible.
During puberty, many boys get mild gynecomastia. If it shrinks later, it was likely:
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Pseudo-gynecomastia
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Mild gland tissue that didn’t grow
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Or just puberty-related changes π€·♂️
Even if gland tissue remains, it’s often small and harmless. Most don’t even notice.
π Will It Come Back After Surgery?
Short answer?
π Very unlikely.
Today’s surgery removes all glandular tissue—whether it’s the size of a bean π« or a full cup π₯€.
The only time it might return is if there’s a rare hormone imbalance or the person takes hormone-related meds. But under normal conditions? The risk is almost zero.
π©Ί When Should You Visit a Clinic?
If your chest...
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Looks πΊ pointy or sharp
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Won’t shrink after losing weight π️♂️
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Feels like a soft lump inside π€
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Sticks up even when lying down π¬
…it’s time to get an ultrasound. It's quick, non-invasive, and super common for men.

π No Shame in the Game
So many guys deal with gynecomastia—it’s way more common than you think.
Don’t feel embarrassed. π§’π
Don’t put it off.
Just visit a trusted clinic, get the scan, and feel better knowing what’s up.
Confidence starts with clarity. π«Ά✨
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