Some Questions About Gynecomastia
Can older people have surgery?
That’s okay.
Many people have surgery in their 40s and 60s.
However, older people often have less elasticity in their skin, so the skin may look slightly saggy after surgery.
I developed back pain after surgery.
Do you have any tips for reducing back pain?
Back pain after gynecomastia surgery can be caused by a number of things.
A simple examination by your doctor will determine the cause.
Most often, it’s muscle stiffness from lying on a hard operating table for a long time.
There is also muscle pain caused by the strain on the chest muscles after surgery.
Stretching and massage can often relieve these pains.
Can I smoke right after surgery?
Never.
Smoking after surgery can decrease circulation, which slows wound healing.
It can also darken the color of your nipples, areolas, and incisions and make scars larger.
You should stop smoking for at least 2 weeks.
Tell me about compression garments after gynecomastia surgery
Compression garments worn after gynecomastia surgery reduce swelling.
Tight compression stretches the surgical site, minimizing the side effects of lumpiness or skin folds.
The compression garment is easy washable, ventilated, and dries quickly after washing.
If you have any other questions, please feel free to ask.