I'm five weeks post-op from my brachioplasty, and I started to develop red streaks a couple of weeks ago. It is unilateral. I followed up with my surgeon. He said he felt like the marks would go away,and he doubted that they were stretch marks. Since that they have gotten a bit longer, and I can feel an indentation when I rub them....just like a stretchmark. Why is this happening?
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January 29, 2015
Answer: Arm lift, Brachioplasty, Arm Reduction, Post Operative, Stretch Marks
Hi, first of all congratulations on your weight loss. It is normal in some cases see this because sometimes it becomes a little difficult to reduce your arms even with a great weight loss, having said that, you still have some surgical options, as well with your breast. The cost will vary based...
It does look hypertrophic in this photo. Silicone sheeting can work really well on hypertrophic scars, if the scar is unresponsive to that steroid injections may be needed. I would recommend getting in to your physician and talking about treatment options as there are many.
It is difficult to answer your question without having photos to review. Side by side pre and post op photos would be very helpful. Also, a time frame of your surgical procedures will help to created a frame of reference. I recommend that you revisit with your surgeon (and/or a...