What could be causing an upper bleph abscess? (photos)

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I had my upper lids done on 4/25/18. Since this time I have been getting what appears to be an abscess on the surgical line, one on each eye. I have had cortisone injections, had them opened and drained only to come back. My surgeon is at a loss and is now recommending we cut the abscess out and clean out the surgical sight, cauterize and re-suture. I am nervous to move forward with another surgery. What could be causing this? Would you recommend moving forward with this surgery?

Philip K. Robb Jr., MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thanks for your question, Things I'd want to know is what kind of suture was used. What other procedures (if any) were performed during the procedure. Have you tried antibiotics. any previous history of infections. It's abnormal for this to happen. Without an exam in difficult to tell, it seems superficial. I'd defer to your surgeon about management for this. Hope this helps and God Bless!Dr. Robb Jr.

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