I developed gynecomastia at age 12. As a tall, lean kid actively involved in athletics my whole life, living with “puffy nipples” was a horrible experience. It took its toll on me mentally and emotionally, as I was conscientious of how I looked in t-shirts year round. The summer months were especially dreadful- I never, ever wanted to take my shirt off in public. I was even apprehensive about taking it off in front of my family for years. It is safe to say that my teenage summers were wasted due to the fact that I was too afraid to get out and enjoy the activities most young males should be able to do no problem. \r
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It wasn’t until I was 16 that I brought the issue up with my parents, who at first didn’t understand just how big of a deal it was to me. After seeing my physician who assured me that my chest would be normal within 2 years, I was disheartened because I knew, due to research, that what I had was permanent. At 18 I brought it up with my parents again, and mentioned seeing Dr. Blau. I wanted to see Dr. Blau because, through research, I found him to be among the best in the world with this procedure. My parents agreed and saved money; at 19, I had my procedure with Dr. Blau.\r
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His office is extremely welcoming and personable. All the members of his office seem to understand where us men with the condition are coming from, and Dr. Blau knows what he is talking about. His knowledge and expertise becomes apparent immediately when talking to him, and I felt I was in good hands the entire time. The procedure itself took less than 45 minutes, involved no liposuction or general anesthesia, and within 3 days post-op I knew I was in for excellent results. It has now been one year post-op, and I could not be happier with the results! I am proud of my physique and am working as hard, if not harder, in the gym as I did before the surgery. I can assure you, go to Dr. Blau to correct your gynecomastia, you will not be disappointed and will have an enormous sense of relief and reward for a long time to come.\r
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