Enlarged or swollen breast tissue in males. It typically occurs under the nipples. One or both breasts can be affected.
Tenderness or pain in the breast tissue. The enlarged tissue may be tender or sensitive.
Nipple discharge. A milky or clear fluid might come from one or both nipples.
Lumps felt under the nipple and areola region. These lumps represent excess glandular breast tissue growth.
Asymmetry between two breasts. If only one breast is affected by gynecomastia, it will be noticeably larger than the other breast.
Changes in the skin texture or appearance. As breast tissue grows, the areola region may become visibly distorted.
Recovery from gynecomastia surgery typically takes a few weeks. To minimize discomfort and support healing, patients wear a compression vest or elastic bandages over the chest area. It is normal to experience bruising, swelling, and numbness for the first week or two.
Most patients can return to work within 7-10 days, although strenuous activity should be avoided for 3-4 weeks. Dr. Sanchez-Navarro gives post-operative instructions for wound care, activity restrictions, medication, and follow-up appointments to ensure proper healing. Patients should notify the doctor about any signs of infection, bleeding, or complications. With time, the swelling subsides, surgical sites heal, sensation returns, and patients can resume their everyday activities. Scarring from incisions usually fades over 3-6 months. Full recovery may take up to 6 months.
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