Is it possible to get scar revision for suprapubic catheter scar?

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I was diagnosed with female epispadias at the age of 2. Dozens of reconstrutive surgeries later and I am left with quite a few scars. The only one that bothers me is the very large indention left by the Suprapubic catheter that I had when i was 2. I am not over weight, college athlete and very healthy. But at the age of 20 this scar is becoming more and more indented. It seems to be attached to the underlying muscle. How difficult would it be to fix?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Indented scars on the pubis can be corrected using surgery or subcision methods. The first step would be a consultation and application of Plato's Scar Serum to soften the scars. Raffy Karamanoukian MD FACSLos Angeles

Jan Zemplenyi, MD · Answer

Any mature scar can theoretically be improved once analyzed for texture, color. contour and width. Your best bet is to visit your original operating surgeon and get his/her suggestions.

Is it possible to get scar revision for suprapubic catheter scar?

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