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Nipple position – above border of pec. muscle
Lateral chest fold – tight, straight
Breast tissue – extends over chest fold
Nipple position – above border of pec. muscle
Lateral chest fold – tight, rounded
Breast tissue – extends over chest fold
Nipple position – above border of pec. muscle
Lateral chest fold – tight, rounded
Breast tissue – extends into axilla
Nipple position – >1.5 cm below border of pec. muscle
Lateral chest fold – small breast roll in front of arm pit
Breast tissue – extends into axilla
Nipple position – ≥ 2 cm below border of pec. muscle
Lateral chest fold – breast roll extends to the back of arm pit
Breast tissue – extends into axilla
Nipple position – ≥ 2cm below border of pec. muscle
Lateral chest fold – breast roll extends around to back
You may experience decreased energy levels for up to 8 weeks. Try to maintain a healthy diet and drink lots of water throughout the recovery process. It’s also important to get as much sleep as you can and listen to your body. It will tell you when you are doing too much too soon.
It is common for the pecs to be swollen and tender after gynecomastia surgery. Do not be concerned as this will subside with time. It’s important to know the body heals asymmetrically. One side of the chest might be more swollen than the other, but this is common, do not be concerned. If there is a strong difference in the swelling, please call our office. It takes approximately 3 months to achieve the final results.
Incisions will eventually fade to an unnoticeable color. It may take up to a year for the incisions to fully heal. Please continue to use the surgical tape provided by our office for a period of approximately 12 weeks or until Dr. Cruise advises otherwise. After that time, you might be advised to start using ScarLess® scar gel to help improve the redness. Incisions always improve over time and require patience in doing so.
After weeks or even months some patients begin to notice lumpy bumpy areas in their chest. This is scar tissue formation beneath the skin, which is a common side effect of gynecomastia.
It is very common to experience emotional ups and downs following surgery. This can happen immediately after or days and even weeks post-operatively. Remind yourself this is normal and will pass. Reach out to those who will listen and be supportive. Remember you are not alone. If you don’t have family or friends who you feel will help you through the emotional lows, reach out to support groups on CSF, Real Self, or Gynecomastia.org.
During the healing process, your surgical site may itch. This is normal and can be a sign of progression through your recovery. Avoid scratching or itching the area, so you don’t cause further irritation. You can use hydrocortisone cream around the area to help minimize the discomfort.
Your nipples may become hypersensitive or lose sensation for the first 3 months. In most cases, this will go away on its own with time. When the nerves start to heal, you may feel sudden sharp pains. This is a sign that your body is progressing through the healing process.