Enlarged breast tissue in males can be problematic, both for men at their ideal body weight and men who are overweight. Because the amount of tissue removed in a man is usually substantially less than that removed in a woman, the surgery can be performed by combining liposuction and removing only the tissue under the nipple. This results in very well-hidden scars. Contact Dr. Eberlin to learn more about gynecomastia in Walnut Creek.
The incisions are almost always hidden around the areola, so there is almost no visible scarring. All incisions are closed with dissolvable stitches under the skin, so they don’t have to be removed.
Gynecomastia repair takes approximately 2 hours and is performed under general anesthesia.
Suggested time off work: 3 days from work
Walking: Walking can start on the same day as surgery
Exercise: Limited exercise can be started 7 days after surgery
Other: Bruising around the chest lasts about 10 days, and compression garments should be worn for 14 days.
