Hematoma after facelift? How urgent is it? (Photo)

November 26, 2017
Asked By:AnnDeM in Hoboken, NJ

I had a face and neck like lift 10 days ago. I developed severe swelling especially on the right side of my face. On day 3, the area started to get darker in color and now it feels like there is fluid underneath that darker area. I don't have any other bruising left other than in this area which doesn't seem to improve. Could this be a hematoma? How serious/urgent is this? My PS's office is closed today. Can this wait til tomorrow or am I risking skin damage by waiting?

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December 1, 2017

Answer: Complications after facelift

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December 1, 2017

Answer: Complications after facelift

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November 27, 2017

Answer: Hematoma or fluid collection after facelift

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