Is massaging with Bio Oil beneficial for scar tissues / lumps developed in chest due to gynecomastia surgery ?

Massaging the areas will help soften the scar tissue which feel "lumpy” and irregular areas. This hardening or tight feeling will decreases with time and massaging can help it.

Bruising and #swelling are normal and usually increase slightly after the removal of any tape or foam. The bruising will decrease over 3-4 weeks, but may last as long as 6 weeks. The majority of the swelling will be gone within the first 3-4 weeks. However, it may take 6-9 weeks to disappear completely. The #compression garment helps reduce the swelling, and the longer it is worn, the more quickly you will #heal. It can also assist in the retraction of the skin.

If you have any concerns about #healing, its best to ask questions of your surgeon or their nursing staff.

You should follow the advice of your surgeon.  As for the bio oil, I do not know of any published data that shows any true benefit.  Good luck and be safe.  John T. Nguyen, MD, FACS, FICSDouble Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Lumps or irregular contour after gynecomastia surgery are not uncommon. The tissues are swollen and healing at different rates. Scar tissue is building up for approximately 6 weeks and will slowly improve over 6-18 months. Massage and slow return to strenuous activity will help to improve your final appearance. Bio Oil may have lavender and there are some inconclusive reports that link lavender to gynecomastia. In light of those reports I would not use the Bio Oil but just plain Vaseline or lotion.