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How Do I Tell The Difference Between Scar Tissue Or Left Over Fat After Gynecomastia Correction?

asked 11 months ago by socovostok in Chicago
Latest answer by Miguel Delgado, Jr., MD
Question viewed 562 times
Tags: 2 months post-op, normal, scar tissue

I had gynecomastia corrction (lipo + excision) 7 weeks ago and am still very puffy. Is this scar tissue or left over glandular/fat the PS dodn't remove, as I'm far from flat by the pics.

5 answers to How Do I Tell The Difference Between Scar Tissue Or Left Over Fat After Gynecomastia Correction?

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Gynecomastia Revision Surgery?

It is normal for some swelling to last several weeks. I have my patients wear a comprseeion vest for 6 weeks to help the skin adhere back to the chest wall and to keep the swelling to a minimum. Some patients require a second procedure to remove excess skin. Give it more time and see what your plastic surgeon recommends. see video
Miguel Delgado, Jr., MD

San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

www.dr-delgado.com

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Early results of gynecomastia surgery

I see that you are worried about the results. It is best to visit your Gynecomastia surgeon regularly as there may be some changes in the next few month. You may need a revision in the future. see video
Mordcai Blau, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

www.cosmetic-md.com

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It is still too early to tell if revision will be necessary.

It is still too early to tell if a revision will be necessary. Your photos are not labelled as to pre and post op. Assuming the photo on the left is preoperative, it appears as though you started with excess skin. It often takes several months following glandular resection for the skin envelope to contract. Unfortunately, not all patients will achieve a smooth pleasing contour and may require a secondary revision for the excess skin. Give it more time. more
Chen Lee, MD

Montreal Plastic Surgeon
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Recovery after Gynecomastia Surgery

At this point in time of your recovery, it is normal for you to still have some swelling and puffiness. Swelling should subside within a couple months depending on the healing process and your activity level. I ask my patients to wear a compression garment/vest for 4 weeks to help minimize swelling. Consult your surgeon to rule out any seroma (accumulation of fluid in the underlying tissues). Be patient and keep in close communication with your surgeon so that he/she can help you with your... more
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Revision surgery after gynecomastia correction

I would wait another 4 weeks to determine whether or not you're experienceing swelling or residual breast tissue. Then, you can get the undertreated area revised if it is, in fact, breast tissue.
Jeffrey E. Schreiber, MD

Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

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