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What Is CJC 1295 Peptide Therapy?
What is CJC 1295? CJC 1295 is an amino acid combination (or “peptide”) of 30 amino acids which acts to release growth hormone from the pituitary gland. It is often used in combination with insulin growth factor (IGF-1) or other peptides that cause a release of growth hormone such as Ipamorelin. CJC 1295 increases the […]
Draining Your Seroma
Please note, this video on properly draining your seroma is intended for XSculpt patients only. Please contact your provider or surgeon immediately for specific post-operative instructions.
Gyno Case Evaluation: Grade 2 Gynecomastia
Dr. Marc Adajar takes you behind the scenes and shares his evaluation on a grade 2 gynecomastia case, step by step. For a free virtual consultation, submit your request.
Stretching and Massaging After Gynecomastia Surgery
Dr. Adajar shares his tips on how to stretch and massage your chest following Gyno surgery to help break down the scar tissue during the post-operative phase. Related Links
Gynecomastia Surgery Recovery Tips
You’re ChestSculpt Gynecomastia surgery recovery is complete! Here are some important recovery tips to follow from Dr. Marc Adajar.* Immediately Following Your Surgery Read and make sure you understand your doctor’s post-operative instructions BEFORE going into surgery. Follow instructions regarding compression or protective garments. Your post-surgical compression vest is to be worn 24 hours per day until […]
Virtual Consultation Tips with Dr. Marc Adajar
A virtual consultation is a convenient way to speak with Dr. Adajar without having to travel to Chicago, Illinois. You will receive a personal one-on-one opportunity to speak directly with Dr. Adajar about your specific cosmetic goals from the comfort of your own home. Here’s how . . . 1. Step One: Complete your paperwork […]
Coronavirus Update to Patients
Our highest priority is to keep all our patients and staff as safe as possible against Coronavirus. Chicago recently announced a ‘stay-at-home’ advisory on November 16, 2020. We are open and our trained medical staff will continue to provide care to our patients on most procedures during coronavirus time. As medical professionals, patient safety is and […]
What is Gynecomastia?
Introduction Gynecomastia is a medical condition characterized by the abnormal enlargement of glandular tissue in the chest of men, resulting in noticeable breast development. Usually, it occurs in both breasts with the presence of a rubbery mass, firm on touch, and at times extending from the nipples to other areas of the breasts causing tenderness […]
Gynecomastia in male bodybuilders
Bodybuilder Gynecomastia: What Causes It and How to Fix It If you’re a bodybuilder and have noticed swelling or puffiness in your chest, you’re not alone. Gynecomastia—or “gyno”—is a common side effect of steroid or prohormone use, especially testosterone or its derivatives. Why Steroids Cause Gynecomastia Bodybuilder gynecomastia is most often caused by an excessive […]
ChestSculpt + Total Sculpt | Grade 2 Gynecomastia
Dr. Truong shows us a ChestSculpt patient one month after gynecomastia correction surgery and 360 liposuction. Dr. Truong with X-Sculpt here, and today we have a one-month post-op ChestSculpt for you, this is a Total Sculpt Case. This is a gentleman that came to us, and wanted to look a little more lean. He had […]
What causes puffy nipples in men?
“Why are my nipples puffy?” Puffy nipples in men occur when the male areola projects outward, it can cause the nipples to look “puffy” or “pointy.” This is one of the most common questions we get asked. Watch Dr. Truong explain why puffy nipples are one of the common signs of Gynecomastia. 1. Male Puffy […]
