To ensure a smooth recovery and optimal results after your gynecomastia surgery, it’s important to avoid the following:
Strenuous Activities: Refrain from heavy lifting, intense exercise, and any activities that strain your chest muscles for at least 6 weeks.
Smoking and Alcohol: Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption as they can impair healing and increase your risk of complications.
Direct Sun Exposure: Keep your chest out of direct sunlight to prevent scarring and pigmentation issues. If you need to be outdoors, wear protective clothing and sunscreen.
Submerging in Bodies of Water: Avoid baths, pools, lakes, and any bodies of standing water for the first few weeks to reduce the risk of infection. Running water, such as showers, is okay!
Sleeping on Your Stomach: Sleep on your back or side to avoid putting pressure on your chest.
Skipping Follow-Up Appointments: Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments with Dr. Brownlee so that she can monitor your healing and customize your recovery process.