2 months post op, is there a fix for uneven nipples post-op unilateral gynecomastia removal? (photos)

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I'm 2 months post-op and I'm aware recovery is not complete, but I feel that the difference between the nipples is drastic even for this stage. The top of the left (operative side) chest feels full, but the bottom feels empty. Could I improve this imbalance by targeting the lower left chest in workouts? Would lowering total body fat percentage and thus right (non-operative) chest fat be beneficial? Any suggestions are welcome. *note: the first picture was taken in a mirror, the second was not.

Miguel Delgado, MD · Answer

You are early in your recovery, wait until you are at least 6 months out. However, discuss your concerns with your surgeon. Good luck.

Frank P. Albino, MD · Answer

With one sided surgery it is very challenging to achieve symmetry.  It is far too early to tell anything about your final results but you should discuss your concern with your plastic surgeon around 6 months and come up with a plan together.  Any option will likely involve placing a scar around both nipples. Not everyone is a good candidate for this treatment so please see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon to evaluate if you may benefit. Good luck!
  
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Babak Dadvand, MD · Answer

Hi,Thanks for the post and photos. At 2 months it is too early to really determine what "fix" if necessary would be required. This will become more obvious at 6 months. If the nipple height discrepancy is one of the concerns, it will require another procedure, namely a periareolar lift +/- reduction but again I would wait until you are 6 months post op. As the other surgeons mention, make sure you communicate your concerns with your surgeon as well. Sincerely,Dr. Dadvand

Eric Desman, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question and photos. I recommend you raise your concerns with your plastic surgeon, as it is too soon to determine your final outcome and options. Generally your final outcome will not be known until about 9 months after surgery. Without seeing your pre-op photos, it is hard to tell if you had some asymmetry preop that should have been discussed before surgery. Good luck.

Terry E. Restivo, DO · Answer

Thank you for your question. Bottom line is it's far too early to make assumptions about your final result. The best thing to do is go back to your surgeon and express your concerns with him/her. He/she may have ideas to make things look better while you continue to heal. If there's a problem at the 6-12 month mark, he/she will have ideas on how to make things better for you. Best of luck!

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