Deformed chest after Male breast reduction?

I had Gynecomastia removal along with Liposuction on my chest. Anyway, it has been 3 1/2 weeks since the surgery and I have these hard lumps under my skin that feel somewhat painful at times.

I contacted the office and the doctor told me that it was scar tissue and that it should go away within 6 months-1 year. My chest looks kinda deformed because of the swelling/scar tissue? Will this go away? Sharp pains shoot through that area if I lift anything over 10 lbs.

Deformed chest after Male breast reduction?

5 answers to “Deformed chest after Male breast...”

A: Post-operative changes to chest after Male breast reduction liposuction?

By Peter A. Aldea, MD - Memphis Plastic Surgeon

I completely agree with Dr. Placik's comments and those of my other colleagues on this post. The word "deformed" is needlessly defamatory for what appear to be normal post operative changes. Such changes take months to soften up. I would encourage you to look at your before pictures then check where... more

A: Give it at least 3-4 months after surgery to assess the results

By Otto Joseph Placik, MD - Chicago Plastic Surgeon

SEE VIDEO BELOW: Your results are very normal and I would not at all use a strong word like deformed to describe your outcome. The lumps are extremely common and to be expected. The scar tissue is actively and normally forming at 3 1/2 weeks postoperatively. Perform scar massage if permitted by... more

A: Early lumps after Lipo

By Jay M. Pensler, MD - Chicago Plastic Surgeon

It's common to have lumps and bumps immediately after surgery. Give it several months minimally to let the dust settle. Virtually every patient has some slight irregularities immediately after surgery.

A: gynecomastia

By Edmond A. Zingaro, MD - San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

3-1/2 weeks is early so be patient. What you are experiencing right now is not out of the ordinary for this stage. The information your doctor gave you sounds reasonable. Make sure you have follow-up appointments with him/her and keep them.

A: Temporary lumps after liposuction are normal

By Matthew Schulman, MD - New York City Plastic Surgeon

It is common to feel lumps in areas where you had liposuction. It is true that these are areas of scar tissue and will decrease over time. To speed the resolution of this, you should begin massaging the areas that feel lumpy. This will help break up the scar tissue and smooth things out. While it can take 6-12... more