I had a neck lift May 29th 2018 and I have noticed a lump on my neck that is becoming more prominent. I did ask my Dr at the post op 9/28/18 and he said it looks like a lymph node. I dont think it is a lymph node because it feels more superficial (it's not deep) and its soft and squishy. Any idea of what it could be and what to do about it?
I am almost 3 months po. Initial swelling went down beautifully then suddenly my face turned puffy and has remained so for over a month. My surgeon thought it may be due to disruption of lymph nodes and that it will resolve. Any insight? It's very noticeable.
I had platysmaplasty and lip a month ago and had no swelling at first. Now four days ago the muscle under my jaw, riright underneath the jowl is bulging and swollen. My Dr says it has to just be swelling. Could it also be platysmaplasty relapse or a swollen lymph node or gland? -How will I know and how long should it take to subside if its a lypmph node or just a swollen muscle? Is there anyway to determine this? I also had a cold and wound breakdown on my chin incision.
Female. Healthy. 55 yrs old. I have not heeled since my neck lift in Jan 2015. As you can see below, in August I noticed visible lymph nodes on right side of neck, my PS disclosed to me, he had complications in the OR w/bleeding and a lot of cauterization on the side where lymph nodes were present. Lymph nodes removed by EMT Oct. 30th. No organisms found only bacteria present. My pain levels have increased post surgery. I'm seeking any advice and desperate to find answers to this rare case.