I had a tummy tuck 7 years ago. the scar is thick and feels lumpy on some places when you touch it! It's also hyper pigmented. I don't know what to do. Prp treatment? O2 laser? I need help
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Answer: Injection therapy can help flatten this scar.
Dear Cale0811,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper...
Dear sarahjames16,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Generally speaking, dog ears can be treated with minor corrections under local anesthesia. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you...
You need an examination to see if this is fat which can be treated with liposuction, a weak muscle which will need to be tightened, an old seroma which will need to be removed, or something internal. An abdominal ultrasound would be helpful.