I had an arm lift with liposuction 10 months ago, and now have creases on my arms just above the natural fold at my elbow, and pain when I bend my arms. The creases mostly disappear when I straighten my arms. The pain increases the more I use or bend my arms during the day, and is worse in my right arm. I am 60, and prior to the surgery I lost 70 lbs through diet and exercise. The creases and pain started immediately after the surgery and have improved very little since then.
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Usually these lines are related to tension on the scars. Massaging the scars at this time is probably the best treatment but I would run your concerns past your PS who can advise on massage and scar management.
Hi, TrickOfTheTail in Asheville. Thank you for your question regarding a quill suture that poked through your armpit incisions after your brachioplasty and what you should do. Most experienced plastic surgeons on not use quill sutures because the quill sutures are painful, often rejected, lead...
Hi Ms. Texas,
Thank you for reaching out with your question regarding the care of your open arm lift (brachioplasty) wound. The first and most crucial step is to contact your plastic surgeon immediately. It's essential that they are informed about your condition, as they will provide specific...