Do I need re-surgery or drainage? I only see minor changes. Is this all fluid? (Photos)

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These are post op pictures Three weeks after gynecomastia surgery. Should I get it drained The surgeon says it will get healed and absorbed

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

Mike. I appreciate your concern, and if there is significant fluid present after your surgery, it should be drained. I would discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon. Good luck.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs.  If your chest has a discrete fluid collection, it needs to be drained in order to allow the skin to retract as much as possible.  If no fluid is present I would recommend a compression garment to help with swelling until the tissues fully heal.  A better evaluation on treatment options can then be had.  Hope this helps.

Michael Law, MD · Answer

I can understand your frustration. In some cases, surgery is staged if there is a considerable amount of excess tissue, in order to avoid scars and maximize skin contraction. This is something a surgeon would have discussed prior to surgery.  It does sometimes takes weeks or even months to see the final result. Stay in close touch with your plastic surgeon's office, and follow the instructions of your surgeon carefully. A revision surgery can be performed, but I hope you continue to see improvement.

Andrew T. Cohen, MD, FACS · Answer

best to talk to your Sugeon for the next step.  Looks like fluid to me.  Might drain on its own or it may need to be drained.     Good luck.

Do I need re-surgery or drainage? I only see minor changes. Is this all fluid? (Photos)

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