{
  "id": 3235971,
  "title": "‘Man boobs’ kept him out of the pool for 15 years: How surgery is helping more Indian men deal with this condition",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/man-boobs-kept-him-out-of-the-pool-for-15-years-how-surgery-is",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-08-25T10:16:36.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express",
    "slug": "the-indian-express",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/health-wellness/man-boobs-gynecomastia-men-causes-myths-treatment-surgery-india-10848791/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A 28-year-old corporate professional in Delhi visited cosmetic surgeon Dr Rajat Gupta after living with \"man boobs\" — medically termed gynecomastia — for 15 years. The condition involves excess breast tissue in men, which can cause significant embarrassment and self-consciousness. Dr Gupta examined the man and found Grade III gynecomastia, marked by glandular tissue, fat, and loose skin behind both nipples. After ruling out hormonal causes, the condition was deemed idiopathic. Dr Gupta explains that the man had been teased in school, avoided swimming, and wore loose clothing to hide his appearance, even during Delhi summers. The man avoided relationships and never disclosed his condition to his family. Dr Gupta performed surgery using the OCCULT technique, which involves ultrasound-assisted liposuction, gland removal, and a hidden incision to avoid visible scars. After the surgery, the man is now swimming, dating, and feeling more confident. Gynecomastia is the most common yet least discussed men's health issue in India, affecting 32 to 40% of men. The stigma around the condition is breaking as more men seek help from plastic surgeons and embrace body positivity on social media. According to the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery's 2024 Global Survey, 47,320 Indian men underwent gynecomastia surgery in 2024, a 10.8% increase from the previous year. The surgery involves gland removal, liposuction, and scar-conscious techniques that minimize visible scars.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "28-year-old corporate professional in Delhi suffers from gynecomastia for 15 years",
    "Dr Rajat Gupta performs OCCULT technique surgery to remove excess breast tissue",
    "Gynecomastia affects 32-40% of Indian men, stigma decreasing with body positivity"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}