Is gynecomastia surgery painful?

"Gynecomastia surgery doesn't involve much pain. Pain is minimal between the local anaesthesia and oral pain medication after gynecomastia surgery!"

·       Gynecomastia surgery is a practically painless procedure.

·       Men and boys with gynecomastia or moobs issues sometimes have breast pain and require male chest reduction surgery followed by introductory consultation.

·       The breasts or nipples may be painful or tender when touched, but surgery can be done with minimal pain under general anaesthesia.

·       Gynecomastia is a condition that causes abnormal growth and swelling in the breasts of males, and can affect males of all ages.

·       Male chest enlargement or moobs is not a serious issue, but it can be tough to cope with if untreated.

Gynecomastia is practically a painless procedure when performed under general anaesthesia with the help of the VASER liposuction technique. VASER liposuction technique is US FDA-approved advanced ultrasonic technology that selectively separates fat without disturbing structural tissue, nerves, and blood vessels. First, the plastic surgeon gently moves with the VASER probe, liquifying fat. Then, the separated fat is aspirated with the help of a thin cannula; thus, the tissue has a minimal impact, with maximum fat removed.

If you have pain after gynecomastia surgery, it will only last for 2-3 days. Your plastic surgeon will recommend pain medicines if you are too sensitive to pain.

The following points explain the healing after gynecomastia surgery:

1.    First 2-3 days: You may experience pain, tenderness, tightness, or numbness in the chest area.

2.    During the 1st week after gynecomastia surgery: You should avoid strenuous activities, such as heavy weight lifting and heavy gym.

3.    During the 2nd week after gynecomastia surgery: By this week, you can sleep well on your sides or stomach, but vigorous activities must still be avoided.

4.    In the 3rd week of gynecomastia surgery: You should be almost healed, well-cleared, and can resume normal activities.

5.    In the 6th week of gynecomastia surgery: You can start strenuous activities, but only under your plastic surgeon's advice. The pain level differs from patient to patient during recovery based on your medical condition, anatomical status, and stamina.

The extent of pain depends on your age, present medical condition, the extent of gynecomastia surgery, and other related factors. Therefore, you must attend an introductory consultation with your plastic surgeon, or Dr. Karishma Kagodu, MS, M CH., a board-certified plastic surgeon, if you wish to know more about male chest reduction surgery.

Contact Dr. Karishma Kagodu at +91 8042036382, +91 9108969006, +91 7624809006 and schedule your one-on-one consultation today.