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Is it normal to still have redness 3 months after lateral canthoplasty? (Photo)

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I did double eyelid surgery and Lateral Canthoplasty on the 30 march 2017 , it been few months already but I still see obvious redness on my outer corner , may I know whether it is normal ? And it take how long for the healing process ? Do I need to apply any cream or any injection or medication to let it heal faster ? I have been very stressed about it.

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