I am 5'2" and a very fit woman in my mid 50's. I have gotten contradictory input from my surgeon, internist and OBYGN about how my age, hormone replacement regimen may affect this and would like to know once and for all why this happened and how to remedy this. Lipo? Hormone med changes? New surgery? Best suggestions, please to correct this nightmare. Thank you!
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Dear claracoyel, Thank you for your question. Although I cannot be positive as I cannot see your breakout, this is not an uncommon thing to happen post operatively, and usually is not a cause for concern. I suggest following up with your Board Certified Operating Surgeon for his or her sp...
Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photos, your bruising looks fairly normal. With regard to scar treatment, I typically wait three to four weeks before starting any treatment. If you are concerned, I suggest that you follow up with your surgeon in person.
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Jon V...
Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photos, it is hard to say if anything is wrong. I do think that the reaction is consistent with a skin reaction to suture. If you are concerned, I suggest that you follow up with your surgeon in person.
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Jon Ver Halen, MD FACS
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