Please tell me what I can do to stop the severe itching of my scalp and forehead? I feel my body is telling me that the endotine fixation post are causing the severe itching and should they be removed? I am so miserable and spend about 4 to 5 hours a day scratching my head. My scalp is so sore all the time from scratching. I have tried different shampoos, Benadryl and ice and nothing seems to work. Please help!
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It is possible that the flap of tissue under the skin is pulled too tight but your situation is unusual for 18 months after surgery. The skin was likely pulled too tight, as well, as you have the "pixie ears". While I tell my patients that final healing won't be until about 6 months...
You do have eyebrow asymmetry which is very common. You also have a droop or ptosis of your right upper eyelid. You should seek a consultation with an eyelid plastic surgeon. Make sure that they recognize that you have an eyelid droop and that they are experienced in ptosis repair. If they are...
Swelling is normal following a facelift surgery. Some measures to reduce the amount of swelling include: a) Try to keep your head above the level of your heart at all times for the first 2 weeks. Do not sleep with your head resting on multiple pillows as this will flex your neck and cause...
