Uneven sides after gyno surgery. The other side seem to be healing just fine, should I be concerned? (photo)

Question

I got gyno surgery 2 months ago with gland removal but one side from day one seem have some gland is it true or just remains of fat? The other side seem to be healing just fine should I be concerned?

Richard Zinn, MBChB, MMED, FRACS · Answer

Hi there,

Thanks for your question.  Perfect symmetry can be very difficult to attain after large volume gynaecomastia surgery.  Yes, I would agree both side don't look exactly symmetrical but both are very acceptable male chest shapes.

Wait 12 months and see if you are satisfied with the outcomes.  If not, speak to your surgeon and get his opinion.

Frederic H. Corbin, MD (license restricted) · Answer

Thank you for the photos and question and if you have concerns see your surgeon or other expert in the area and be examined in person Dr Corbin

Amit Gupta, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Good Morning and Thank you for your question, It is completely common for one side of the chest to heal at a different rate than the other. Gynecomastia reduction can be sometimes take 6 to 8 months to reach its final result after the surgery. If there is residual Asymmetry then additional Liposuction Can be done to even out the chest. Thank you.Best Regards, Dr Amit Gupta

Melih Erogul, MD (retired) · Answer

Hi and welcome to our forum!
The gynecomastia correction involves dissection of the breast tissue from surrounding tissues with the removal of breast tissue. This surgical "insult" results in the inflammation of early healing which is associated with tissue swelling. It will initially obscure the entire result. 60-80% of the swelling will subside by the 6th week, with the remainder slowly dissipating over 6 - 12 months. The swelling will most likely be asymmetric, with one side more involved than the other. Inflamed tissues will be firm....just like residual breast tissue...Initially, you can't tell them apart. As the swelling subsides, any differences due to residual breast tissue will persist while swelling will abate. 
Even if "sure" that there is residual breast tissue, reoperation in an inflamed healing area carries a significant risk of bleeding.
Continue followup with your plastic surgeon. It is too early to tell. 15% of cosmetic surgeries may require a secondary touch up.
Best wishes...

Uneven sides after gyno surgery. The other side seem to be healing just fine, should I be concerned? (photo)

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