I had a neck lift and this is the chin incision 6 wks post op. Overnight a few weeks ago (a week after stitches were removed) it seemed to develop a bump that keeps bleeding and scabbing over - repeatedly. I think it’s a pimple but my husband is worried it’s the stitches opening. I go for a follow up this week but I just wanted opinions from someone who can tell by looking to alleviate my fears.
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Thank you for your question. Please follow the recovery instructions provided by your board certified facial plastic surgeon, and feel free to reach out to your medical team with any questions.
Best wishes,
You might consider lymphatic massage, ultrasound, and radio frequency treatments to help speed up the healing. Its always wise to follow up with your surgeon.