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TT scar Revision Incision Sinking In? (photos)

maiaaamarieNov 15, 2016
I had scar revision surgery 5 days ago. I've been following my surgeons instructions but my incision looks oddly sunken in... My follow up appointment isn't for another two weeks so I was wanting to know if this looks normal or if I should schedule my appointment for an earlier date?

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