Gynecomastia surgery is one permanent solution that can help you to achieve a masculine and confident, chiselled chest. Once you have made the decision of going through the surgery, then you must know the recovery process. Knowing the healing process helps you plan your life, and will ultimately provide you with the best possible result. And most importantly, always follow your surgeon’s instructions – they will be your best recovery plan!
The Critical First Week: Days 1 to 7
The first week is all about resting because your body needs the comfort level to heal the bruises and swelling.
Day 1: The Immediate Effect (Complete Rest)
- Post-op: After OT there will be a tightly wrapped dressing around your groin and there will also be a compression garment. This garment is your best friend right now; it minimises swelling and assists your skin with settling into its new masculine shape.
- Drains: You will have temporary drains placed in your body to collect extra fluid, only if the surgeon has removed a large amount of tissue from your chest. Don’t worry, they are easy to deal with!
- Sensation: Expect mild to moderate soreness, but your pain medication should sufficiently help you out. Be sure to follow your surgeon’s aftercare plan and medication direction, and they will encourage you to walk around your house a little bit – just that little bit is a small act of great assistance with your circulation!
- Activity: Rest is an important factor here. Avoid using your arms too high or using your chest muscles too much.
Days 2–3: Dealing with the Swelling
- Swelling: At this time swelling and bruising will be at an extreme level, but don’t worry this is part of your healing process. Please keep your compression garment on continuously.
- Shower: Many of our patients are cleared to bathe gently in warm water by Day 2. But please be careful not to wet or rub your incisions.
- Return to Work: By day 3 you can resume your work if it’s a desk job or a remote job. But obviously no rigorous activities.
Days 4-7: Getting More Comfortable
- Drain Removal: By the fifth or seventh day, the surgeon will remove your drains if you have any. Patients typically report immediate improvement in comfort after.
- Sutures: Your surgeon likely used dissolvable sutures. However, if there are any external tapes or stitches, they will be evaluated during your first follow-up visit.
- Movement: You can start with gentle movement of your arms and upper body, but no lifting, pushing or pulling any heavy object.
Weeks 2 to 4 – Easing Back to Life
By the second week, the swelling will start to reduce and by the fourth week, you can get back to your daily routine that does not include any strenuous activity.
Week 2: Back in the Driver’s Seat (Carefully)
- Driving: By the beginning of week 2, most patients are cleared to drive – as long as they are completely off pain medication and have a full range of motion to turn and react safely while driving.
- Garment: Resume wearing the compression garment for full-time (24/7), as described. This is imperative for achieving your final beautiful, contoured shape.
- Light Cardio: Light activities (e.g. walking, exercising on the exercise bike, etc.) are usually fine, but all weight training/exercise, or activity that puts strain on your chest muscles must still be avoided.
Weeks 3–4: Noticing the Changes
- Appearance: The bruising should have resolved, and the majority of the swelling will have subsided. You will at last see a much nicer shape to your new chest!
- Social life: You are thinking that you will be completely comfortable and confident returning to the social scene, wearing regular clothes, and going out.
- Exercise: Your surgeon will likely allow you to slowly reintroduce lower-body focused exercises.
Months 1 to 6 – The Final Polish
This is the period when your pectoral muscles are fully developed and are seeing the final results which will last a long time.
Month 1: Back to the Gym
- Lifting: With your surgeon’s permission you start your upper body exercises after 1 month. Initially start with light weights and stop immediately if you feel pain.
- Compression: After one month you don’t have to wear the compression garment all the time, but the surgeon can suggest wearing it only while sleeping.
Months 3–6: Complete Freedom and Final Outcome
- Scarring: Your incision lines will continue to fade from red to a light pink. Follow your surgeon’s recommendations for your scar management (silicone sheets, light massage).
- Contour: Any noticeable deep, internal swelling will finally resolve. Your skin completely settles around the new shape. The final, permanent visual appearance of your chest is now apparent. Finally, you can appreciate the ultimate result given by the best plastic surgeon in Delhi.
Final Thoughts
Gynecomastia surgery is the permanent solution for a more confident chest! After the best Gynecomastia surgery in Delhi, patients must follow their surgeon’s instructions to the T. You can expect to feel much better by week two and ultimately reveal your final, sculpted chest shape to your friends and family within six months. By selecting a qualified and experienced surgeon and committing to a healthy and active lifestyle thereafter, you not only guarantee a perfect healing experience, but are assured that you will enjoy a lifetime of your new confident look.
