Right side still very swollen. The surgeon was dr . Retson out of merriville indiana who is board certified plastic surgery with 28 years experience and is a hand surgery specialist. The left side of chest is not very swollen ,just sunk in badly. Gets worse when I flex the musle. I spoke to doctor about this and he told me I would have to get a fat transfer one visit another visit he said he could fix in office by numbing the area and cutting scar tissue away from skin? I'm very scared that I gave been cut up and messed up.
Answer: Post-Op Healing from Gynecomastia Bruising and swelling are normal and usually increase slightly after the removal of any tape or foam. The bruising will decrease over 3-4 weeks, but may last as long as 6 weeks. The majority of the swelling will be gone within the first 3-4 weeks. However it may take 6-9 weeks to disappear completely. The compression garment helps reduce the swelling, and the longer it is worn, the more quickly you will heal.
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Answer: Post-Op Healing from Gynecomastia Bruising and swelling are normal and usually increase slightly after the removal of any tape or foam. The bruising will decrease over 3-4 weeks, but may last as long as 6 weeks. The majority of the swelling will be gone within the first 3-4 weeks. However it may take 6-9 weeks to disappear completely. The compression garment helps reduce the swelling, and the longer it is worn, the more quickly you will heal.
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August 29, 2016
Answer: I had gynecomastia surgery performed and my left side of my chest is sunk in badly. I am sorry to hear about your concerns after gynecomastia corrective surgery. Your plastic surgeon will always be your best resource when it comes to accurate assessment, advice, and/or meaningful reassurance.
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August 29, 2016
Answer: I had gynecomastia surgery performed and my left side of my chest is sunk in badly. I am sorry to hear about your concerns after gynecomastia corrective surgery. Your plastic surgeon will always be your best resource when it comes to accurate assessment, advice, and/or meaningful reassurance.
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August 28, 2016
Answer: I had gynecomastia surgery performed on July 30th and my left chest is sunken in badly Thank you for sharing your question and I can understand your concern. It is difficult to give you a definite opinion without an in-person evaluation of your chest tissues as there is a very large discrepancy in contour and shape/size to your two chests. For one a hematoma would need to be ruled out on your left side, as well as continued asymmetrical swelling. Secondly, feeling the tissues would determine if you have residual gynecomastia tissue, fibrofatty tissue, or scar. I would voice your concerns to your surgeon to have a treatment plant determined, but if unhappy with what you hear, seek out a second opinion from an ASPS board certified plastic surgeon.
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August 28, 2016
Answer: I had gynecomastia surgery performed on July 30th and my left chest is sunken in badly Thank you for sharing your question and I can understand your concern. It is difficult to give you a definite opinion without an in-person evaluation of your chest tissues as there is a very large discrepancy in contour and shape/size to your two chests. For one a hematoma would need to be ruled out on your left side, as well as continued asymmetrical swelling. Secondly, feeling the tissues would determine if you have residual gynecomastia tissue, fibrofatty tissue, or scar. I would voice your concerns to your surgeon to have a treatment plant determined, but if unhappy with what you hear, seek out a second opinion from an ASPS board certified plastic surgeon.
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August 30, 2016
Answer: Gynecomastia surgery I am sorry to hear about your complications. Many people will probably tell you to sit back and wait. I know that is hard, but in this field, a lot of things will change over time because of scarring and swelling. We know from experience that many things that seem like problems, will improve on their own over time. That will save you money, additional surgery and aggravation. That being said, based on what I am seeing, I am a little concerned that the resection was too aggressive on the left side and you may very well need some fat grafting to even that out. My advice would be to stay in good communication with your surgeon and follow their instructions. If in 6 months you are not happy and he is not giving you the answers and responses you think you need, then consider getting a second opinion. I hope this helps."The above answer has been given without seeing this patient and cannot be substituted for actual in-person examination and medical advice; it is only opinion. Seek in-person treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."
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August 30, 2016
Answer: Gynecomastia surgery I am sorry to hear about your complications. Many people will probably tell you to sit back and wait. I know that is hard, but in this field, a lot of things will change over time because of scarring and swelling. We know from experience that many things that seem like problems, will improve on their own over time. That will save you money, additional surgery and aggravation. That being said, based on what I am seeing, I am a little concerned that the resection was too aggressive on the left side and you may very well need some fat grafting to even that out. My advice would be to stay in good communication with your surgeon and follow their instructions. If in 6 months you are not happy and he is not giving you the answers and responses you think you need, then consider getting a second opinion. I hope this helps."The above answer has been given without seeing this patient and cannot be substituted for actual in-person examination and medical advice; it is only opinion. Seek in-person treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."
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August 31, 2016
Answer: Sunken chest area Just to second the other surgeons that you should wait until the inflammation(i.e. Swelling tenderness and red scars) subsides. Stick with it. Your surgeon appears to be committed to you and to a nice result. We all know it's tough to be patient but it will pay off in the end.
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August 31, 2016
Answer: Sunken chest area Just to second the other surgeons that you should wait until the inflammation(i.e. Swelling tenderness and red scars) subsides. Stick with it. Your surgeon appears to be committed to you and to a nice result. We all know it's tough to be patient but it will pay off in the end.
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