Perfect Male Breast
The perfect breast is defined by its surface (skin) and shape:
- The ideal skin is:
- The ideal shape
The perfect breast is part of a perfect chest with
- broad, convex bony chest (no sunken or funnel chest/Pectus excavatum)
- clearly defined muscle relief at the chest
The perfect breast is part of a perfect body silhouette (“columnar figure“ with youthful V-shape )
- harmonious transition of the muscle relief from the chest area (V-shape of the “chest-stomach ensemble” = upper part ) to the abdominal area (“columnar shape = lower part).
Male Breast Enlargement (Gynecomastia/Male Boobs)
Classification: Breast Growth in male can be classified into several stages:
Frequency Of Gynecomastia
Gynecomastiais the most common body deformity in men.
Causes of male breast growth/enlargement
The male breast consists mainly of the mammary gland and the surrounding subcutaneous fatty tissue.
- If the mammary gland is enlarged, one speaks of gynecomastia
- Breast enlargement by increasing the subcutaneous fatty tissue is referred to as pseudo-gynecomastia.
NOTE: In most cases there is a mixed form with enlargement of the mammary gland and increase in subcutaneous fatty tissue.
Gynecomastia
Gynecomastia is caused by an imbalance of the hormones estrogen and testosterone. This may be due to
- Puberty (→Juvenile Gynecomastia)
- Diseases
- Drugs (Steroids, …)
Pseudo-Gynecomastia
Pseudo-Gynecomastia is caused by an increase of the subcutaneous fatty tissue. This may be due to
- Overweight & Obesity
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How to get rid of male boobs?
There are a variety of viable solutions if you have been diagnosed with gynecomastia or simply want to get rid of the look of enlarged breasts or man boobs. You can take the following measures in collaboration with your doctor or another gynecomastia treatment professional:
- Make changes to your diet and other lifestyle factors.
A healthy diet can have an effect on man boobs for many people. In addition to aiding in weight loss, certain meals, such as salmon, leafy greens, and avocados, have been linked to increased testosterone levels. Some foods, particularly processed and high-sugar diets, have been linked to hormone imbalance. Reducing alcohol consumption can also aid with weight loss and hormone balance.
- Workout regularly
Exercising, like dieting, can help with weight loss and testosterone and hormone balance. Strength training, namely with weights and body weight, has been related to enhanced testosterone levels and the potential for male breast tissue reduction. Combining strength and aerobic training can enhance blood flow, flexibility, metabolism, and body form.
- Try to stop using medication that causes gynecomastia
While this is not always achievable if you discover that a specific medicine is the primary cause of male breast tissue growth, consult your doctor about researching substitutes or alternatives. You should safely discontinue the medication if you are taking anabolic steroids for recreational or fitness goals.
- Consider Hormone Treatment
Therapies that assist in regulating hormone levels can potentially reduce man boobs. See your doctor about this option, albeit it may need trial and error and does not guarantee success.
- Explore gynecomastia surgery
Several people wondering how to get rid of man boobs are opting for a simple breast reduction treatment, which can significantly diminish the look of man boobs in a relatively short time. This is a type of liposuction that can be done in an outpatient clinic with little to no recovery time.