Male Breast Reduction Procedure
If you are a man with large breasts or sagging, excess tissue on your chest, Dr. Davidson can safely help you achieve a more masculine appearance with a combination of liposuction, direct removal of glandular tissue, and judicious skin removal. Typically the scar is concealed within the transition between the darker nipple skin and the lighter chest skin. The procedure is done on an outpatient basis and takes approximately two hours to perform, either under general anesthesia or with sedation and local anesthesia.
Male Breast Reduction Recovery
After surgery, you will return home with an initial dressing to be kept in place for approximately five days. This dressing reduces the swelling and fluid accumulation, and supports your new chest contour as it heals. In addition, a small, thin tube may be temporarily placed under the skin to drain any excess blood or fluid that may collect.
Your chest will be uncomfortable for a day or so, but the pain is generally minimal. Within a week, the bruising and tenderness usually diminish, and you can return to work and social activities. You should, however, avoid strenuous exercise for three to four weeks.
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