How Long After Gynecomastia Does it Take for Nipple Swelling to go Down and Return to Normal Size?

Thank you for your question.After #gynecomastia #surgery, #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.If you are concerned, please contact your #BoardCertified #PlasticSurgeon for an in-person consultation.

This should resolve as time passes. Let a few months go by before assessing your results. It can take several months. Give it about 6.

This is a common question.  Swelling will take months to subside.  As a general rule, expect 3-6 months of swelling and up to 6 months of skin tightening.  Things will slowly improve.  White discharge could very well be nothing or a sign of infection.  It's a good idea to let your treating physician know about it.

I typically advise my patients that swelling and bruising after gynecomastia reduction may persist 8 weeks after surgery.  John T. Nguyen, MD, FACS, FICS
Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

            The
exact time it takes for recuperation and resolution of swelling varies
considerably from one patient to another. Your plastic surgeon was right o tell
you that on average, swelling resolves by 2-3 months, but in some cases it can
be as much as 6-8 months before it is all gone, and scar tissue takes as long
as 12-18 months to soften up entirely so don’t be disappointed that you are not
100% better yet. There still could be a lot of improvement to come. It also
appears you are doing what you can by wearing the compression. The only other
recommendation I would have is to try massaging that area to help smooth any
residual folds in the tissue. 

                  The
vast majority of patients have noticeable swelling following surgical correction
of gynecomastia. This swelling may persist for up to six months following
treatment but has usually improved significantly within six months of surgery.

                  Compression
garments and massage can minimize swelling, but even with these maneuvers there
will always be some swelling present.

                  It’s
still very early in your post-operative course and you can anticipate continued
improvement. Be patient and make sure you discuss your concerns with your
plastic surgeon. 

The areola will shrink. However, it depends on the skin character of the areola and the aggressive nature on the removal of the tissue from underneath the areola skin. I would give it more time.

Hi @Modindus, You should expect about a week of bruising and another week of swelling. After that there is another 4 weeks of healing. Using a chest compression garment will help get you to a speedy recovery. 
You're going to do great. Goodluck!! 

I tell my patients that there are 2 phases for swelling after Gynecomastia/Male Chest Surgery. The first 3-4 weeks is the initial swelling, aka Acute swelling. This is significantly improves by minimizing activity and wearing a compression garment. Then there is the long term swelling--3-6 months. This is your body's reaction to the procedure. Also, you body is laying down the skin in a more organized fashion. Some men feel that wearing their compression garment at night helps this process as well. As long as fluid from an incision is clear or yellow-ish, then things are ok. This is normal healing. When discharge is thick or creamy and the surrounding tissue is red, then there is a cause for infection. At that point, you should contact your surgeon.

Hi modindus,Thank you for your post. At one week you should see an improvement compard to before surgery, but it is too soon to see the final result. Typically the initial wave of swelling takes 4-6 weeks to decrease with final results between 4-6 months. I would keep in close communication with your surgeon. Also you want to make sure that there is no other issues responsible for the swelling and drainage, such as a fluid collection or an infection.  For these reasons I would recommend that you follow up with your surgeon.Sincerely,Dr. Dadvand