I am intending to go for a Gynecomastia Surgery next month. the doctor informed me that i don't have so much glandular tissues and she will treat me with vaser liposuction method. I also have a heart murmur is it fine and safe if I go for this procedure.
Answers (9)
From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
If you truly have gynecomastia then you have glandular tissue present. Liposuction no matter what type will not remove this and direct excision is necessary Thirty-five percent of my gynecomastia practice is revision surgery. Liposuction only is the most common reason.
I would suggest getting a second opinion from a board certified plastic surgeon that has interest and experience with treating gynecomastia. Even if it is a small amount it can be addressed.
It is normal for some swelling to last several weeks. I have my patients wear a comprseeion vest for 6 weeks to help the skin adhere back to the chest wall and to keep the swelling to a minimum. Some patients require a second procedure to remove excess skin. Give it more time and see what your...