hello Doctor please i need help, I'm 20 years old and i have puffy nipples since i was 17, and it is really annoying me, and i really need to get rid of it without a surgery my chest looks fine it's just the nipples area is puffy, i'm wearing double shirt now to hide it, but i can't keep doing this, the weather is really hot and i need to go the beach sometimes. is there any medicine that i can take or anything that i can do without a surgery, because i'm not ready to do a surgery now. Please i need help
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You are likely experiencing residual tissue under the nipples. Seek a plastic surgeon with specialty training in #gynecomastia surgery, has great photos, and is an expert in male breast reduction.
Gynecomastia surgery typically removes excess breast tissue, and while it can improve chest contour, the extent of nipple lift varies. Factors like skin elasticity and the amount of tissue removed influence this. Consult with a plastic surgeon for recommendations based on your specific situation.
Thanks for the question. All surgical procedures have some degree of discomfort. Compared to abdominal, orthopedic or chest surgery, breast procedures are less painful. The post op pain can often be controlled with over the counter pain relievers or a short prescription of narcotic pain pills. I...
