I had a neck and face lift a little less than 3 weeks ago. Drains slowed to 2.5cc 24hrs and were taken out after 1 week. I developed a seroma that leaked behind my ear the day after. Doc would try irrigating with something that might help it close up and saw me nearly every day. Most of my neck and chin did heal. Now 2.5 weeks, he has decided to pack it with gauze. I’m freaking out and need a second opinion on what to do. It’s such a difficult area to manage. I can’t even shower.
June 30, 2019
Answer: Seroma and open wound following a facelift Hi, I know that the look of the area behind our ear can be scary, but to reassure you, this area will heal in time. Your doctor should be able to close the open incision soon as the wound looks very clean.I do not think that the doc did anything wrong. Sometimes these things can happen, but I think that you will look fine in the very near future. Keep in contact with your physician and let him/her know of your concerns.Best Wishes,Dr. Christine Rodgers
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June 30, 2019
Answer: Seroma and open wound following a facelift Hi, I know that the look of the area behind our ear can be scary, but to reassure you, this area will heal in time. Your doctor should be able to close the open incision soon as the wound looks very clean.I do not think that the doc did anything wrong. Sometimes these things can happen, but I think that you will look fine in the very near future. Keep in contact with your physician and let him/her know of your concerns.Best Wishes,Dr. Christine Rodgers
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June 28, 2019
Answer: Seroma and open wound. Usually seromas respond to serial aspiration and usually last two to three weeks to completely resolve. If not responding to serial aspiration, quilting sutures is an option. Fortunately, the problem area is behind the ear and should eventually heal without much of a visible mark. Worst case scenario your surgeon can perform a scar revision in that area once everything has healed and the scar matured. Hang in there and trust your and follow his instructions I am sure it will resolve favorably. You can also get a second opinion from an experienced surgeon.
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June 28, 2019
Answer: Seroma and open wound. Usually seromas respond to serial aspiration and usually last two to three weeks to completely resolve. If not responding to serial aspiration, quilting sutures is an option. Fortunately, the problem area is behind the ear and should eventually heal without much of a visible mark. Worst case scenario your surgeon can perform a scar revision in that area once everything has healed and the scar matured. Hang in there and trust your and follow his instructions I am sure it will resolve favorably. You can also get a second opinion from an experienced surgeon.
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