It’s been two months since my breast reduction surgery and I wanted to know the best recommendations for treating my scars. I ordered “ScarAway” brand silicone patches but they got lost in the mail. I didn’t wan to reorder from the same store so I thought I’d ask for alternative and better options while I’m at it. Please and thank you
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While local anesthesia can be used, this is a surgery that is performed under general anesthesia by the vast majority of PSs in the US. The PS and anesthesiologist want to provide the safest and most comfortable environment for the patient; and the patient does not want to be in pain during th...
I'm sorry to hear about the complication you have experienced; Although understandably distressing to patients, these types of incision line healing problems tend to heal over the course of several weeks. Sometimes, the area may look worse before it looks better. Most often, even larger open ...
Sorry to hear you have experienced significant wound healing issues. Its difficult to comment without knowing details of your surgery and pre operative medical history. Its very important to follow your surgeons post operative guidelines, avoid smoking and maintain a healthy diet. Keep fol...
