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Earlobe Swelling After Reduction
asked 11 months ago by sky74 in London, NW1
Latest answer by Philip Young, MD
Question viewed 392 times
Tags: 3 days post-op, botched, normal, swelling
Hi, I had an operation to reduce my earlobes (which was also slightly tilted toward the outside) on 24 June, but now they look horrendously ugly and swollen, as in the picyures, please help!
3 answers to Earlobe Swelling After Reduction
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Earlobe Surgery
The photos you have posted are unclear. However, this does not appear normal, despite expected postoperative swelling. It would be best for you to discuss this with your surgeon.
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Earlobe reduction problems
Not really sure what is going on or what was done. This does not look normal at all to me. Swelling occurs after any operation but usually peaks by the second day and then begins to lessen. Even with swelling this looks very strange. Please discuss with your surgeon or seek another opinion from a board certified plastic surgeon.
Albert Dabbah, MD
Boca Raton Plastic Surgeon
Boca Raton Plastic Surgeon
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The reconstruction looks like it is swollen. I would consult with your doctor.
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