My heaviest weight was during my teens at 217 lbs and I went down to 135lbs in a few months. Since then I've maintained a weight of 150-160lbs. I'm 32 now. My nipple area gets soft during heat and shrinks when in cold. I'm sure I have it, but wanted a professional opinion. Thanks.
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July 28, 2014
Answer: My nipple area gets soft during heat and shrinks when in cold. Do I have Gynecomastia?
Following #Gynecomastia #surgery, your incisions will go through a maturation #process. For the first few months they will be red and possibly raised and/or firm. As the scar matures, after 6-12 months, it becomes soft, pale, flat, and much less noticeable. You may experience numbness, tingling,...
It does sound as if you have a seroma or fluid collection. Most Plastic Surgeons do not leave a drain after gynecomastia surgery (unless it was a very large case). Even without drains fluid collections are uncommon after this operation, however they can occur. The way I try to prevent them...
A collection of fluid under the skin occurs occasionally during the postoperative period. Aspiration of the fluid with a needle is frequently helpful. Secondary surgery is rarely necessary. Bruising and #swelling are normal and usually increase slightly after the removal of any tape or foam. The...
