In my practice, patients spend one week at home doing very little. By the second week, they are back at work but still limited in activity (job dependent). Around 4 weeks, patients are back to doing everything they did before. It should be noted that you would need to wear a compression garment around your chest for the 4 weeks.

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It really depends on if it is done with liposuction or actual cutting of the breast tissue. I would allow for two weeks for the latter and several days for the former.

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Following male breast reduction, there are typically drains to remove blood or fluid from the space that was previously occupied with breast tissue. The drainage usually subsides in 5 to 7 days, after which they are removed. Most patients can return to work or social activities in one week. Workouts and strenuous activities are limited for the three weeks. The postoperative period is typically minimally painful, if at all.

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2 weeks before resuming chest exercises

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Recovery will vary from patient to patient and procedure to procedure. Typically, correction of gynecomastia will require a 4-6 week recovery. Patients should avoid exercise for approximately 1 month. Strenuous activity should be avoided for 6 weeks post-op.

As always, discuss your concerns with a board-certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).

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