I had gynecomastia surgery about 15 years ago. What is going on with my nipples? (Photo)

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I had gynecomastia surgery about 15 years ago and everything was fine up to about a4 years ago. Now my nipples are extremely uneven and my left side is bigger than the other. Is it possible it grew back just only in one side? Also why is going on with my nipples? physically it feels like one side is normal and the other side is sunken in or “indented”.

Ajaya Kashyap, MD · Answer

Thank you for your query. It is certainly possible to have some tissue grow on one side and not the other, over the years . Nipples too can undergo age related changes. Please have your surgeon examine you and help you with all your concerns. All the best!

Chet Mays, MD · Answer

Thank you for your inquiry!  Have you had any weight fluctuations?  Weight changes can change your appearance.  Schedule a consult with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon to help you reach your goals.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

It’s hard to tell you exactly what’s going on based on the information provided.
Position has a really big impact on what the Male chest looks like.
Usually the contour is going to be related to potential skin laxity, which worsens with age, the amount of subcutaneous, fat and potential excess breast tissue from true gynecomastia. Indentation after surgery may represent an overzealous excision of tissue.
During an assessment, I typically have patience, reposition their arms from over their head down along their side to see how much each of the three tissues is contributing to shape and contour.
If your previous surgeon is still in practice, then follow up with him or her if possible.
If notIf you’re previous surgeon is still in practice, then follow up with him or her if possible.
If not, I suggest you consider consulting with other plastic surgeons in your community.
If it all possible when we make an assessment for the outcome of a plastic surgery procedure, it’s helpful to have access to before and after pictures and a copy of your previous operative report.
These may not still be available if it’s been 15 years, but it’s worth trying to track them down if they are still available from your previous provider.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD

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