I had a full face and neck lift 6 weeks ago by a very good surgeon who has achieved great results with his clients. I was in no way mentally prepared for this hurdle of healing though. Restaurant ready at 3 weeks to me implies that no one would notice. I think I had complications by excessive bleeding which formed pockets that had to be aspirated a few times in the first couple of weeks. Anyway, as most of the regular swelling has gone, I am left with hard raised lumps down each side of my neck below ears and raised lumps on my cheeks. I think this must be scar tissue. My surgeon has injected steroid but not too much difference yet. I'm massaging everyday. But I'm really struggling with anxiety now and cannot go out without being wrapped in a thick scarf. I'm very self conscious and feeling pretty depressed. I told no friends about this as I'm a male and wanted it kept secret. But people are wondering where on earth I've gone. Could this really be months before this subsides? What have other people done in this situation other than hide?