Fellowship In Cosmetic Surgery, M. Ch. (Plastic Surgery), MS - General Surgery, MBBS
Cosmetic/Plastic Surgeon, Delhi
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Chest exercises are an easy replacement option of Gynecomastia surgeries.
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Chest exercises cannot replace Gynecomastia surgeries surgery. Regular Doing chest exercises regularly makes the chest look as best as it can, but the results of Gynecomastia surgeries surgery cannot be obtained through exercise only. The surgery includes the total removal of fat and the gland from the breast of the affected individual, whereas exercises may only help in burning down a certain amount of fat from that region. Exercises can help keep the condition in check in the preliminary stages and to maintain the results after the procedure.
How fast can the results of Gynecomastia surgery be observed?
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Since gynecomastia surgery is a direct approach for removing male breasts, the results can be seen just right after the procedure. Although the chest area will be kept is bandaged to prevent any postoperative swelling . The results are immediate. The process includes the removal of fat from the male breasts through the process of liposuction and or excision of gland. After the surgery, post-operative instructions are to be followed diligently.follow the post op care instructions diligently.
Gynecomastia surgery is considered to be cosmetic surgery.
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A breast reduction surgery that is i.e a Gynecomastia surgery is regarded as cosmetic surgery. This because Enlarged male breasts do not pose any threats to the health of the affected person, and the surgery for their removal or reduction is only related to the appearance of the individual. The procedure does not cause any impairment to the body of the individual.
What is the recovery time required for Gynecomastia surgery?
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Although the surgery is less invasive and involves very little damage to the chest area, it is not advisable to engage in strenuous activities at least for two weeks after the surgery. Also, in case of younger patients, a minimal amount of fat behind the nipples cannot be removed, and this is quite insignificant in the long run. Within at least two weeks the tissues re-adjust to their normal condition if any provided the procedure is done carefully. damage is not imposed on them. It is better to stay away from any exercises within the first two weeks to avoid prevent any damage to the operated area and for better recovery quickly. It is advised to wear a pressure garment for at least a month for best results.
There is absolutely no likelihood of recurrence of the condition once a Gynecomastia surgery is done.
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People undergoing Gynecomastia surgeries may think that there is no possibility of the reappearance of the problem, although this is not true. Such a condition arises out of hormonal imbalance is a primary reason for this condition and leading an unhealthy lifestyle promotes such enlargement. As the surgery includes removal of the fat tissues, such a condition may reappear even after the surgery if the patient carries on living an unhealthy lifestyle. It is better to carry out fitness exercises regularly to keep the condition in check, treatment of any underlying hormonal imbalance even after the surgery.