Can removing the compression garment too soon after gynecomastia surgery permanently effect results?

March 17, 2015
Asked By:Rick3006 in East Rochester, NY

I am 4 months post-op with unsatisfactory results after a "moderate" case of gynecomastia which required lipo and direct incision. My PS cleared me of ALL physical activity and told me I could stop wearing the garment after only 10 days. He insists now that enough gland was removed and that the extreme puffiness/pointiness of the areola is due to sagging skin. If he is correct, is it possible that this sag could be from the premature removal of the garment and could this be permanent?

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March 19, 2015

Answer: No evidence compressive garments have any effect on the final outcome after gynecomastia.

March 19, 2015

Answer: No evidence compressive garments have any effect on the final outcome after gynecomastia.

March 17, 2015

Answer: Wearing compression garment

March 17, 2015

Answer: Wearing compression garment

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