What kind or type of doctor should I see for a hematoma or seroma? What should I do? (Photo)

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I fell on some rocks from a balcony. It’s been like this for 5 months. What kind or type or doctor should I see for a hematoma or seroma? Went to the ER they said it goes away in 6months. The bruise went away but not the swelling. What should I do?

Rodney A. Green, MD · Answer

I would need to examine you to tell. If there is still fluid present this can be removed by needle aspiration (sucking the fluid out with a needle). I suspect that you have had some injury to the fat and now have a depressed area that is making the adjacent area look more protruding. If this is the case this can be corrected with liposuction of the full area and fat grafting to the depressed area. This may need more than one treatment to gets a perfect result. I would see a board-certified plastic surgeon who has experience with liposuction and fat grafting.

Dallas Buchanan, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. The picture is not terribly helpful in answering the question. I suggest you go back to see your plastic surgeon. If you decided to engage in medical tourism (which I never advise for this exact reason), then I suggest you find a local plastic surgeon who is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery to be evaluated.Best of luck!

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Serenity89,I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. If you have a seroma then it might need an evacuation. It is best that you visit a board certified plastic surgeon for further assessment. Only after thorough examination you can get proper recommendations and advice. Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

Ron Hazani, MD, FACS · Answer

I would recommend an in person examination with a board certified plastic surgeon to evaluate the condition and offer treatment options.

Ben Gbulie, MD, FACS · Answer

HiThanks for your question and sorry you have this problem. Treatment would typically involve aspiration and compression but a more invasive approach may be warranted if it doesn't resolve.Pls see a board-certified PS for an in-person exam and appropriate treatment.I hope this helps.....

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