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Normal After Gynocomastia To Have Hardness Under Nipple?

asked 6 months ago by zess21 in zess21
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
Question viewed 436 times
Tags: nipples, 6 weeks post-op, hard, normal

Hello, i had gyno surgery. i'm six weeks post op and on my right nipple there is a hardness directly under it and around it where hte tissue is extremely firm is this normal or should i consult my surgeon?

8 answers to Normal After Gynocomastia To Have Hardness Under Nipple?

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Normal Scar Tissue

This represents scar tissue in the area. It is normal and should become softer over time. Some times it represents residual breast gland tissue, but i would not assume this at this time. Remember, the right and left side is always different. see video
Miguel Delgado, Jr., MD

San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

www.dr-delgado.com

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Gynecomastia surgery Results?

Thank you for the question. At this stage in your your recovery it will not be possible to determine what is firm tissue related to swelling/inflammation, scarring, or residual breast tissue. I would suggest waiting 3 to 6 months before beginning to evaluate the end results of surgery. I would also suggest continued patience and follow up with your plastic surgeon. Best wishes.
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Scar Tissue

Dear Patient, The hardness you are feeling may be normal. There is a possibility that it may be scar tissue. Scar tissue is the fibrous connective tissue which forms a scar; it can be found on any tissue on the body. Scar tissue, in general, does NOT go away. Adhesions, which are a form of scar tissue, can usually be broken loose through physical therapy. That can take time. It is best you consult your physician that did your surgery. Regards.
Teanoosh Zadeh, MD

Montreal Plastic Surgeon
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Swelling after gynocomastia

Hi! Thank you for your question. It is normal to have some hardness from swelling but I agree that it would be best to consult with your board certified lastic surgeon to make sure the healing process is going as planned. Best of luck! Dr. Speron
Sam Speron, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Hardness beneath the nipple after gynecomastia surgery

It's pretty normal to have an area beneath the nipple get hard, especially at the time you are. For the first 6 weeks, scar tissue forms which gets hard. During the next 6 weeks this generally gets softer and more flat. Continue to massage. Also, check with your surgeon, sometimes a steroid injection can be used.
Ronald Schuster, MD

Baltimore Plastic Surgeon
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Nipple Firmness After Gynecomastia Reduction

While firmness underneath the nipple can be a normal part of the early recovery phase, it is important that you go back and be evaluated by your surgeon. This would be particularly important if it is just hard on one side and that breast shows more swelling and fullness compared to the other side.
Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD

Indianapolis Plastic Surgeon
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Gynecomastia surgery

If you have concerns about unusual firmness under the nipple after surgery, then it is probalby a good idea to see your surgeon for evaluation.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Hardness under nipple after gynecomastia surgery

Your instinct is correct. It is always advisable to see your plastic surgeon if you have an postop concerns. You may be feeling residual swelling, scar tissue formation or possibly a seroma collection in this area but only an exam will elucidate whether this is part of the normal healing process or something which requires intervention.
Robert L. Kraft, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

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