What is the swelling like after gynecomastia surgery?

Not too bad: Swelling is normal after any surgery including that for gynecomastia. But even with the swelling, the chest should not appear as big or bigger than before the procedure.

Usually mild: I put all of my patients in compression vests after gyne surgery. That minimizes swelling. I have a number of tampa gynecomastia patients. (i'm in orlando). See my webinar on gynecomastia on youtube - search dr. George pope. Or visit gynecomastia.Org, a great forum.

Breast Red Swelling: Swelling after gynecomastia surgery is minimized by elastic garments, elevating, normal blood pressure, no nausea or vomiting, stop taking nsaid's, antioxidants, and some vitamins and supplements that can cause bruising 2 wks before and after, and low salt diet.

Mild-Moderate: The degree of swelling that occurs after gynecomastia surgery will depend on the exact procedure performed. For example, swelling tends to be greater with larger areas treated, especially with liposuction surgery. Generally however swelling tends be mild to moderate and well tolerated. Most plastic surgeons will use compression garments postoperatively. Best wishes.

Variable: Depends on technique used, skin excision necessity, whether drains used. Moderate is typical.