Swelling, Ridges, and Hardness After Blepharoplasty

May 13, 2009
Asked By:leonardst in uk

I had lower Blepharoplasty done 6 weeks ago. One eye was perfect, the other had a ridge of swelling under the stitches and I noticed that a hardish area that is slightly raised was developing. I've been told to massage this area, but it still looks odd. Although I'm still seeing the surgeon, I feel that this will not correct itself. I feel that this should of been dealt with straight away at an earlier stage. Can you please advise me?

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July 6, 2015

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May 14, 2009

Answer: Try to be pateint and realistic.

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May 14, 2009

Answer: Try to be pateint and realistic.

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July 10, 2017

Answer: Massage can help raised scar after Blepharoplasty

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July 10, 2017

Answer: Massage can help raised scar after Blepharoplasty

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May 14, 2009

Answer: Give Blepharoplasty more time

May 14, 2009

Answer: Give Blepharoplasty more time

May 14, 2009

Answer: You are probably right. I doubt it will correct itself, unfortunately.

May 14, 2009

Answer: You are probably right. I doubt it will correct itself, unfortunately.