Fold/crease in nipple 3.5 weeks post Gynecomastia surgery, what can help? (Photos)

Question

I seen my surgeon yesterday, and he told me to began tissue massage as the nipple retracted because it was very puffy prior to operation. He recommended “vitamin e cream, or cocoa butter” . How can I get the nipple creases to smooth out and connect with the rest of the nipple? Would tissue massage be better later then now as it may cause swelling? *i also put a lot of neosporin on them so the creases are much worse when it’s dry,

Ronald Schuster, MD · Answer

Your early results look pretty good. I instruct my patients to massage but you should follow your own surgeon's instructions. Hang in there and be patient. It takes a least 3 months to see the final results.

Tim Neavin, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and for your photos. Based on your photos provided, you are still swollen from surgery. Healing and numbness can take months to fully resolve. I hope this information helps.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your excellent question and congratulations on your procedure.  Likely with gentle massage, and additional time, you should see gradual improvement in the appearance of the creases.  Hang in there!

Matthew A. DelMauro, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question. Based on your post and on your photos, it seems that you are still swollen from surgery. Allow the swelling to resolve, and let your body heal. (In most patients, this takes at least 3-4 months.) Once that happens, you and your surgeon can discuss your concerns (if any). I hope this answers your question. Best of luck!
Matthew A. DelMauro, M.D.

Chad Robbins, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question and photo's .   At 3.5 weeks you're still healing and swollen .  Give it 3-4 months to see the final result, and that crease may not be there when all is healed.

Fold/crease in nipple 3.5 weeks post Gynecomastia surgery, what can help? (Photos)

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Fold/crease in nipple 3.5 weeks post Gynecomastia surgery, what can help? (Photos)

Answers (8)

Answer: Give yourself time to heal

Answer: Give yourself time to heal

Answer: Crease

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