16 days ago
At this point in time the incisions should still be visisble...however the desciption of thickened may be more than expected. You should go beck to see your physician regarding this matter
Eyelid incisions
Barry E. DiBernardo, MD answers: Should Blepharoplasty scars be less evident by now?
I had eyelid surgery 5 weeks ago and my scars are still prominent even with makeup. I have followed recovery instructions and use an oitment my doctor had me start 5 days after surgery to hasten healing.
My scars are not only a very visible and long redline, they also are thick and raised -- very promenent when I close my eyes and touch my scar. The doctor said this is no problem, such evident scaring is normal at 5 weeks. However, I have read in more than a few articles and websites that eyelide scars should be not much noticeable by this time.
Am I impatient? Or, if red, thick texture lines at 5 weeks is not usual, what should I do? This is my second eyelid surgery. Does that make a difference?
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