[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]he purpose of categorizing the different gynecomastia types is to determine which treatment is best.
Gynecomastia is classified into 4 grades by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons based on factors like size of breast enlargement and feminization of the breast. Grade 1 is considered mild and the highest grade of 4 is considered severe with noticeable feminization of the male chest. The table below shows each grade and its description.
| Grade or Type | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | A localized button of tissue that is concentrated around the areola | Very mild |
| 2 | Moderate breast enlargement exceeding areola boundaries with edges that are indistinct from the chest |
Mild to high |
| 3 | Moderate breast enlargement exceeding areola boundaries with edges that are distinct from the chest with skin redundancy present |
High and visible |
| 4 | Marked breast enlargement with skin redundancy and feminization of the breast |
Severe and visibly feminine
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