I am 40 days post op brachioplasty. This is a pic of my arm - is this scar normal or hypertrophic? (Photo)

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Kevin G. Rose, MD · Answer

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.

Jamil Ahmad, MD · Answer

Brachioplasty can sometimes result in scars that are wide or thick. Scars take about 12-18 months to significantly mature so that they appear finer and the color fades. At 40 days postop following brachioplasty, you are early in your recover. However, it does appear that you have developed hypertrophic scars. You should follow-up with your surgeon for recommendations about how to treat these scars. Treatment may include scar massage, silicone scar therapy and even corticosteroid injections.

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello Sana Ali, thank you for your question. Congratulations for having
undergone  a brachioplasty. I would still
suggest arm compression for another 2-3 weeks. This should help flatten the
scar. If the scar does not flatten, then you may be a good candidate for
steroid injections. Another option is using a V-beam laser. The laser will help
soften the scar.

Sincerely,

J. Timothy Katzen, M.D.

Joubin Gabbay, MD · Answer

Hi Sana...Scarring after brachioplasty is often quite dramatic and long lasting.  That said, your scars may be in the early phases of hypertrophy.  I certainly think close consultation with your surgeon is warranted. Treatment modalities at this point include use of scar creams, silicone sheets (or products like Embrace), compression garments, steroid injection or simple observation.  I wish you the best!

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Yes, the scar does appear to be hypertrophic;  relatively raised/red compared to most scars at this stage after arm lifting surgery. Your plastic surgeon will likely have treatment options available to you;  sometimes, use of intralesional steroid injection and/or silicone sheeting may be helpful. Best wishes.

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