I was cleaning the wound as instructed, and thought it was part of the Qtip, but when I pulled on it a string started coming so I left it alone. I remember during the stitching my doctor said she was using an in and out dissolvable stitch for the exterior (surface) wound healing. Her office is closed until Monday. Thanks!
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Yes there are options and I would consult with a plastic surgeon / dermatologist and a radiation oncologist about the pros and cons of the different options. The problem always in making the decision is that there is no way of knowing how large the defect will be following surgical excision.
I would ask the advice of your PS. Generally if the wound has healed then one can start doing what one normally does. A chlorinated pool however may not be in your best interest and you should ask your PS.
This is a normal appearance at this stage and is secondary to contraction along the edges and edema - both expected at this period. With time this will diminish. Occasionally laser and/or steroid injections may be helpful.
