I had a cyst cut out of my jaw line requiring 8 stitches it swelled up and now 9 days later the stitches have been removed and swelling seams to have reduced to a ball behind the scar like hematoma size of small apricot. It is raised up it has only been 9 days since operation. How can i make sure it goes away and how long does it take a hematoma to become a scar lump, Is it to early to heat and massage ? thanks
Answer: Scar nodules after hematoma Once the hematoma results, you may be at risk for a scar nodule. I would massage the area with Plato's Scar Serum followed by occasional Kenalog injection.Best, Dr. KaramanoukianRealself100 Surgeon
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Answer: Scar nodules after hematoma Once the hematoma results, you may be at risk for a scar nodule. I would massage the area with Plato's Scar Serum followed by occasional Kenalog injection.Best, Dr. KaramanoukianRealself100 Surgeon
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September 25, 2017
Answer: Hematoma or seroma Dear mattbrooksby,it is hard to tell without an examination but it is probably hematoma or seroma. I would suggest you to consult your plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS
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September 25, 2017
Answer: Hematoma or seroma Dear mattbrooksby,it is hard to tell without an examination but it is probably hematoma or seroma. I would suggest you to consult your plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS
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September 25, 2017
Answer: Hematoma Hello and thank you for your question. I recommend that you see your surgeon for an in-person evaluation. This may require drainage.
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September 25, 2017
Answer: Hematoma Hello and thank you for your question. I recommend that you see your surgeon for an in-person evaluation. This may require drainage.
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September 25, 2017
Answer: See a Doctor for a Formal Evaluation--hematoma after cyst removal I recommend following up with your Doctor for a formal evaluation and if necessary, treatment. This may require drainage. I recommend Silagen + Bioshield to promote healing. Any scarring can be improved with lasers and microneedling/prp. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer
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September 25, 2017
Answer: See a Doctor for a Formal Evaluation--hematoma after cyst removal I recommend following up with your Doctor for a formal evaluation and if necessary, treatment. This may require drainage. I recommend Silagen + Bioshield to promote healing. Any scarring can be improved with lasers and microneedling/prp. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer
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September 25, 2017
Answer: Scar Many thanks for your question. I would advise seeing your surgeon directly for advice. You're right massage can help scars but at this early stage seek their assessment in-person regarding further management of the lump you have.
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September 25, 2017
Answer: Scar Many thanks for your question. I would advise seeing your surgeon directly for advice. You're right massage can help scars but at this early stage seek their assessment in-person regarding further management of the lump you have.
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