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Scalp Pain After Endo Brow Surgery?

BarrainrioApr 24, 2012
I had an endo brow and face lift 1 month ago. I still have numbness around my ears and forehead which I understand is normal at this stage. My concern is with the sensations I am experiencing on my scalp as there seems to have been little improvement since the procedure. The scalp is numb, yet the skin has a burning sensation and is very sensitive to the touch. I have consulted my PS who says in 3 months everything should be fine. Are these normal symptoms?

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Dr. Toby Mayer, MD
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Answered on Apr 25, 2012
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Dr. A.J. Amadi, MD
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Dr. A.J. Amadi, MD
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Dr. Norman Bakshandeh Day, MD, FACS
Dr. Norman Bakshandeh Day, MD, FACS
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Dec 9, 2012
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Dr. Matheson A. Harris, MD
Dr. Matheson A. Harris, MD
Oculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
Answered on Aug 10, 2012
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Dr. James Carraway, MD (retired)
Dr. James Carraway, MD (retired)
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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