Facelift: Q&A
Ask a QuestionI Had my Face Lift Repeated Because the Undermining the First Time Was Inadequate.
I had my face lift repeated because the undermining the first time was inadequate. This time feels much better, secure and more natural. Sadly, during the same corrective procedure the surgeon cut my levator muscle when adjusting one eyelid and brow. He stitched it up in his office and says it looks fine, but my eye itches and aches, and by evening my eyeball looks like it's bulging. Is this normal post surgical? Will this correct itself? It's been two weeks since surgery.
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NHaven
in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
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Revision facelift
Talk to your doctor about your concerns about your eyelid. You may want to go into the office to have him examine things again.
Itching in the eye can be quite normal; there are things you can do to minimize it. It should be unrelated to any levator work that was done.
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Itching after revision facelift and eyelid lift can be a sign of healing but see your doctor
It is not uncommon to feel itching 2 weeks after facial and eyelid surgery. This is usually related to healing. However the bulging can be a sign of internal bleeding or excessive scar formation. It is best to see your doctor and have an exam
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Two weeks = too early to tell after redo of a mini-lift.
Revision faces tend to hang on to swelling longer. Even if the original face surgery was an abbreviated technique. As far as eyelid misadventures, make sure the eye is properly lubricated during the healing phase during which function is not completely normal. Follow surgeons instructions to the letter.
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Eye Itching and Pain 2 weeks post facelift
It sounds as though your surgery successfully corrected the shortcomings of your previous facelift. Itching and soreness is not uncommon after revision eyelid surgery, especially at 2 weeks. I would recommend close followup with your plastic surgeon, as this should resolve over the ensuing 2-4 weeks. If there is any concern, your board certified plastic surgeon will most likely recommend evaluation by an opthalmologist to ruleout other issues.
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Facelift recovery
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Swelling and Itching 2 Weeks after Eyelid Repair
You have an honest, caring surgeon who will continue to manage your post-op course. Follow his advice. The bulging is probably normal, the itching will pass.
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I Had my Face Lift Repeated Because the Undermining the First Time Was Inadequate.
My guess you will need more extensive repair. Sorry to tell you this. Best to discuss with the surgeon or get a second opinion. From MIAMI Dr. Darryl J. Blinski
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