I had a facelift and neck lift 2 weeks ago. The swelling is getting worse now. Feeling like ice on my face, worse on left side, numb, dull pain and uncomfortable tightness. What concerns me is that it's getting worse not better. Surgeon says it's all fine but I was out of town patient and he hasn't examined me. Right ear red and inflamed. I'm very very worried.
April 6, 2016
Answer: There are certain cases where swelling may get worse, but it’s not the norm. While swelling can last longer than two weeks, generally patients do begin to see some improvement rather than worsening at that point. There are certain cases where swelling may get worse, but it’s not the norm. If your surgeon can’t examine you, I would recommend visiting a local surgeon to be examined and see what’s going on. Make sure you visit a board-certified facial plastic surgeon for an expert opinion.
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April 6, 2016
Answer: There are certain cases where swelling may get worse, but it’s not the norm. While swelling can last longer than two weeks, generally patients do begin to see some improvement rather than worsening at that point. There are certain cases where swelling may get worse, but it’s not the norm. If your surgeon can’t examine you, I would recommend visiting a local surgeon to be examined and see what’s going on. Make sure you visit a board-certified facial plastic surgeon for an expert opinion.
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April 2, 2016
Answer: Swelling worse 2 weeks after face lift. Is this normal? Thank you for your question.
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April 2, 2016
Answer: Swelling worse 2 weeks after face lift. Is this normal? Thank you for your question.
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March 30, 2016
Answer: Increased swelling 2 weeks after facelift--normal? Dear Nbruce1979-
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March 30, 2016
Answer: Increased swelling 2 weeks after facelift--normal? Dear Nbruce1979-
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