My scar is not flat? Twelve days post op. I have not seen a scar like this on other patients . Will this flatten? And when? I started using silicone scar sheets . I am twelve days post op.
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Suture erosion can happen any time you have a surgical procedure. This is what appears to be the case per your photo. Without an exam it is not possible to determine if this is truly a stitch or some other abscess. Either way, you should at a very minimum see your pcp for exploration and...
Hello and thank you for posting photos along with your question! Congrats on your surgery! Swelling after lipo can take a long time to go down. At about the 3 month mark is where you will notice a lot of the swelling will have decreased and you will start to see the results of your surgery. H...
Thank you for the question. It is difficult to answer your question without examining you however in general pts can straighten out within 2-6 weeks. It is best to do this slowly and your body will let you know what you can and cannot do. It is best not to force yourself. Also follow your board...