I had a pleomorphic adenoma removed in Oct 2014. I had a complication of a fistula which drained both into my mouth and out from the incision behind my ear. 90% of the incision is healing well. However, the part behind my ear (where the fistula leaked out of) is quite raised. The entire area tingles. I know the facial nerve is impacted, but I'm wondering if the stitches were pulled too tight cause the bump behind the ear and some of the tingling? Thank you.
July 16, 2015
Answer: Hypertrophic scar can be treated easily Thanks for posting your question and photo. Parotidectomy has incisions that are somewhat like facelift incisions. The bump behind your area is a hypertrophic scar that can be easily improved with a silicon gel such as Biocorneum or kelocote applied over the next few months. In addition injections of Kenalog, a steroid, will help to shrink this scar tissue very effectively. This can be done probably twice spaced 4-6 weeks apart. This will likely help any sensitivity to this area. Note, this treatment is opinion based on would see in person. Please consult a board certified facial plastic surgeon for proper treatment.
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July 16, 2015
Answer: Hypertrophic scar can be treated easily Thanks for posting your question and photo. Parotidectomy has incisions that are somewhat like facelift incisions. The bump behind your area is a hypertrophic scar that can be easily improved with a silicon gel such as Biocorneum or kelocote applied over the next few months. In addition injections of Kenalog, a steroid, will help to shrink this scar tissue very effectively. This can be done probably twice spaced 4-6 weeks apart. This will likely help any sensitivity to this area. Note, this treatment is opinion based on would see in person. Please consult a board certified facial plastic surgeon for proper treatment.
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July 30, 2015
Answer: Tightness? Thank you for your question and photo. The tingling is caused as a result of the sensory nerves in the face, which is normal and will take time to dissipate. The raised skin is a hypertrophic scar.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL
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July 30, 2015
Answer: Tightness? Thank you for your question and photo. The tingling is caused as a result of the sensory nerves in the face, which is normal and will take time to dissipate. The raised skin is a hypertrophic scar.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL
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