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Appendectomy Gone Wrong- What Are My Options For Scar Removal? (photo)

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My ruptured appendix resulted in a 2-3 in incision down my belly button. The scar ended up much more severe as my doctors were forced to reopen the incision a few days after my surgery because it still needed to drain(not sure if that's the right word). Now I have a wide oval shaped scar down my abdomen. I hate the appearance but I'm also concerned about the effects it may have on pregnancy or even weight gain. What would be the right procedure for something like this?

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