Swelling and Fluid Accumulation After Male Breast Reduction

You may have a seroma or hematoma that can sometimes occur after gynecomastia reduction surgery.  You may need percutaneous drainage of the fluid.  Contact your surgeon.  Good luck and be safe.John T. Nguyen, MD, FACS, FICS
Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

It’s unusual for patients to develop fluid collections
following liposuction for gynecomastia. Although swelling following this
procedure is common, the development of seromas is rare.

                  When
diffuse swelling occurs after surgery the best treatment is the use of a
compression garment. When an obvious fluid collection occurs, removal of the
fluid is necessary to avoid secondary complications. Fluid can be aspirated
with a needle and syringe with good results. If the fluid reaccumulates after
multiple aspirations, then insertion of a drain should be considered.

                  In
the majority of cases conservative management is appropriate. Patients who are
suffering from significant post-operative swelling should consult their
surgeon.