What we assess

• Retro-areolar/areolar region: subareolar tissue and chest wall.
• Palpable lumps/masses: differentiate solid vs cystic; margins; posterior features.
• Typical gynaecomastia patterns: nodular/triangular retro-areolar tissue proliferation.
• Inflammation/infection: cellulitis, abscess, ductal change when present.
• Axilla (if indicated): lymph node morphology and cortical thickness.

Common findings

• Gynaecomastia (benign tissue enlargement; often medication/hormone related).
• Lipomas (benign fatty lumps).
• Cysts (fluid-filled; usually benign).
• Occasionally suspicious features requiring onward breast clinic assessment.

What to expect

• Comfortable, painless scan using a high-frequency probe and acoustic gel.
• Dynamic compression and multi-planar assessment of the symptomatic area.
• Typical duration 10–20 minutes with a clear same-day written report.

Preparation

• No special preparation required.
• Wear comfortable clothing; avoid lotions or powders on the chest on the day.
• Bring previous imaging/reports if available.

Important information

• This private scan does not replace NHS triple assessment where clinically indicated.
• If suspicious features are identified, we’ll recommend urgent GP referral to an NHS symptomatic breast clinic (2-week wait).
• For men, most palpable lumps are benign (e.g., gynaecomastia), but early assessment is prudent.

Pricing

Private Male Breast Ultrasound: £185