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Puffy Nipples Treatment in Pune
Puffy nipples are caused by a small disc of glandular tissue sitting directly under the areola, not fat. Dr. Dhruv Chavan removes it through a <1cm intra-areolar cut placed within the areola – so the final scar sits inside the natural pigmented edge and is difficult to see once healed.
500+
95–98%
Less Than 1 cm
Intra-Areolar Incision Technique
Dr. Dhruv Chavan, M.Ch. Plastic Surgery
Founder & Lead Surgeon, Dr DC Plastic Surgery, Pune · 500+ gynecomastia surgeries
What Are Puffy Nipples?
Puffy nipples in adult men are caused by a small disc of glandular tissue sitting directly under the areola and nipple. The areola appears raised or swollen, especially when the chest is otherwise lean.
This is different from general gynecomastia, where glandular tissue extends across a wider area of the chest. Puffy nipples are localised, often symmetric, and do not respond to weight loss or exercise because the tissue is glandular, not fat. Distinguishing puffy nipples from pseudogynecomastia (chest enlargement caused entirely by fat) is done at physical examination by Dr. Dhruv Chavan.
Puffy Nipples vs General Gynecomastia: Key Differences
Both conditions involve glandular tissue. Scope, technique, and recovery differ.
| Factor | Puffy Nipples | General Gynecomastia (Grade 2-4) |
|---|---|---|
| Tissue location | Localised, directly under the areola only | Spread across wider chest area |
| Typical grade | Grade 1 | Grades 2 to 4 |
| Surgical scope | Focused excision via <1cm intra-areolar cut | Wider liposuction + excision, sometimes skin reduction |
| Anaesthesia | Local in most cases | Sedation or general for Grade 3 / 4 |
| Return to desk work | 2 to 4 days | 7 to 10 days for Grade 3 / 4 |
Are You a Candidate for Treatment?
Most patients with isolated puffy nipples are suitable candidates for a focused procedure. During your consultation, Dr. Dhruv Chavan confirms tissue type at physical examination before recommending a technique. You are likely a suitable candidate if:
You have a firm, raised area directly under one or both nipples
The raised tissue does not reduce with weight loss or chest exercise
The rest of your chest is relatively flat – the puffiness is confined to the areola area
You are off anabolic steroids or hormone supplementation (if applicable)
Your weight is stable – significant fluctuations after surgery affect results
You are in good general health with no active infection in the treatment area
Dr. Dhruv Chavan performs all assessments in person. No diagnosis is made remotely. Book a consultation to confirm whether your case is glandular (treatable by this focused procedure) or pseudogynecomastia (treatable by liposuction).
- Day of surgery: Day-care procedure. Most patients return home the same day after observation.
- Days 2 to 4: Return to desk work. Mild soreness, compression garment in place.
- Day 3: First follow-up – dressing review by Dr. Dhruv Chavan.
- Day 10: Sutures-out check. Light upper body movement permitted.
- Month 1 onwards: Compression garment duration as advised by Dr. Dhruv Chavan at follow-up. Final contour at 3 to 6 months.
Confirm Glandular Cause Before You Decide
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes puffy nipples in men?
Will the scar be visible after puffy nipple treatment?
Can puffy nipples be treated without surgery?
Is puffy nipple treatment the same as gynecomastia surgery?
Do puffy nipples come back after treatment?
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