Can I Personally Remove Gynecomastia Liquid Built Up in my Chest 4 Years After Surgery?

Question

Its been about 4 years since I had the surgery. There is still some liquid build up in a little pocket under my skin. I've gotten it taken out before by a doctor but a little still remained. Can I do it myself with a suringe?

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

Being it's four years following your #gynecomastia surgery and you are concerned about the end-result or #complications, it is highly advised you contact your plastic surgeon. She or he can better advise you on how to proceed and correct the problem if feasible.

Miguel Delgado, MD · Answer

Four years after fluid should not accumulate.,  If so, then, you have a capsule around t5he fluid that maybe need to be excised. You should consult with you plasrtic surgeon.

Babak Dadvand, MD · Answer

Hi Ben4211,Thanks for the post. I highly discourage you from trying to aspirate the fluid yourself. You can risk infection, bleeding, or injury to deeper structures. I recommend you go back to the doctor for re-evaluation and possible treatment. It should be performed by a professional.Sincerely,Dr. Dadvand

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question.

	No you should not aspirate the fluid yourself.

	Follow-up with your plastic surgeon;  you may require more than simple aspiration given your history.

	Best wishes.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Never ever try to remove seroma fluid on  your own!. This could lead to a major infection, bleeding, skin loss, even a pneumothorax if you are not careful. Only allow your doctor to treat this.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

NO! You should NEVER self treat. Best to be under the care of a doctor/surgeon. At least discuss with the medical professional your plans in person.

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD · Answer

At four years after your gynecomastia surgery, you most certainly do not have fluid in the original excision pocket. That would have long ago been resorbed and/or converted to scar tissue. It may feel like fluid but I can not imagine that it would be at this point. That being said, if you want to aspirate the area it should be done by a doctor with aseptic technique. This is a not an at home treatment.

Can I Personally Remove Gynecomastia Liquid Built Up in my Chest 4 Years After Surgery?

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