I'm 18 years old and I had gynecomastia excision and lipo 5 weeks ago, and at first my nipples looked great, flat and of normal size. As weeks have gone by my chest is still flat, but nipples are puffy. Is it because of scar tissue or will it continue to heal and start to look normal? I'm quite worried as I spent quite a lot on the surgery and don't want to have to pay it again! Sorry photos are on their side, couldn't fix it Thanks in advance
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According to official statistics, 36% of adult young men and 57% of older #adult men in the United States have this medical condition in one of the four grades. About 200,000 to 3 million cases of #gynecomastia are being reported every single year. So if you have #breast #enlargement and you ...
The #recurrence of breast enlargement is uncommon following #gynecomastia surgery. However, it can occur. If this happens, you may require further surgery in the future. The male breast is composed of glandular tissue and fatty tissue. An excess in either type of tissue can cause the chest to...
Thanks for the question. I tell my patients that they are allowed to sleep on their side after this surgery. I do think that you should ask your plastic surgeon their opinion, although I do not feel that you will jeopardize the results.