For men in Cheshire, Mr Reza Nassab sees patients for gynaecomastia surgery (male breast reduction) at CLNQ on King Street, Knutsford, and operates at Deansgate Hospital in Manchester city centre, a short drive away. Men travel from Knutsford, Wilmslow, Alderley Edge, Macclesfield, Altrincham and the surrounding villages. Each plan is based on an examination of how much gland, fat and loose skin is contributing to the chest shape.
Gynaecomastia in brief
Gynaecomastia means enlargement of the breast tissue in men. It can develop during puberty and persist, appear in middle age as hormone balance shifts, or be linked to weight change, certain prescribed medicines, alcohol, or anabolic steroids and supplements. Some men have a small, firm disc behind the nipple, while others have broader fullness across the chest. Male breast reduction usually combines liposuction to contour the chest with removal of glandular tissue through a small incision at the lower edge of the areola. Where skin is loose, it may also need to be reduced.
Meeting Mr Nassab in Knutsford
Your consultation at CLNQ, King Street, Knutsford is an unhurried, private appointment with Mr Nassab himself. He will ask when you first noticed the fullness, whether it has changed, and about your weight history, general health, medicines, supplements and any past steroid use. The examination assesses the texture of the tissue, the quality of the skin and the position of the nipples. If anything suggests the swelling needs investigation first, such as a hard or one-sided lump, he will explain this and advise on next steps. The consultation fee is £150, charged separately, and gynaecomastia surgery is from £9,500.
Surgery at Deansgate Hospital, Manchester
Your operation takes place at Deansgate Hospital in Manchester city centre. It is usually performed under general anaesthetic, and most men are able to go home later the same day. On arrival you will meet the anaesthetist and nursing team, and Mr Nassab will review the plan with you and make markings on the chest while you stand. After surgery you will wear a compression vest, and you will be given written instructions, pain relief and contact details before discharge. Please arrange for an adult to drive you home and stay with you overnight.
After your operation
- First week: rest at home with short, regular walks. Soreness, tightness and bruising are expected.
- Back to work: many men with office-based roles return after around a week; physical jobs usually need longer.
- Compression: the vest is generally worn for around six weeks.
- Exercise: chest and upper-body training is usually avoided for around six weeks, with walking and lighter activity reintroduced earlier.
- Follow-up: wound checks and reviews of your progress are arranged in Cheshire, keeping travel short while you recover.
Coming from across Cheshire
Whether you live in Knutsford, Wilmslow or Alderley Edge, or further afield in Macclesfield, Altrincham or rural east Cheshire, it is worth planning your journeys around the early recovery period. You should not drive yourself home after a general anaesthetic, and most men wait one to two weeks until they can wear a seatbelt comfortably and perform an emergency stop. Men travelling from elsewhere in the North West are also welcome, and appointments can be coordinated to reduce the number of trips.
Risks and safety
Like any operation, gynaecomastia surgery carries risks, including bleeding, infection, blood clots, anaesthetic reactions, contour irregularity, asymmetry, changes in nipple sensation and scarring. If one side of the chest swells quickly or becomes very tense after surgery, contact the surgical team urgently. A fever or spreading redness should be reported to the team the same day. Sudden calf pain or swelling in one leg needs same-day review with your GP or NHS 111, and any chest pain or breathlessness warrants a 999 call.
Is surgery right for you?
Surgery is suited to men aged 18 and over who are in good health, at a stable weight, not using anabolic steroids, and ideally non-smokers. If your chest fullness is recent, or you are partway through losing weight, Mr Nassab may suggest waiting. The aim of surgery is a flatter, more natural contour that makes everyday clothes and activities feel more comfortable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Cheshire clinic?
Consultations take place at CLNQ on King Street, Knutsford, and surgery is carried out under general anaesthetic at Deansgate Hospital, Manchester.
Do patients from Macclesfield and Altrincham come to Knutsford?
Yes. Men attend from across Cheshire and the surrounding areas, including Macclesfield, Altrincham, Wilmslow and Alderley Edge.
Is an overnight stay needed?
Most men go home the same day, but you will need an adult to take you home and stay with you for the first night.
How much does gynaecomastia surgery cost in Cheshire?
Gynaecomastia surgery is from £9,500 with the final fee depending on your individual plan. The £150 consultation fee is separate.
Are aftercare appointments local?
Yes. Follow-up reviews are arranged in Cheshire so you can be seen close to home during recovery.
