I have had the double eyelid done just over a month ago using pinching technique at 3 points on each upper eyelid. About a couple of weeks ago I have noticed a bump about a size of a rice at inner corner of my right eye at one of the pinch point. Today I had another look and it appeared a tiny stitch thread is sticking out from the bump. Is this part of a normal healing process and what can I do to help it heal?
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May 12, 2018
Answer: Is it normal to see a stitch sticking out 3 months after eyelid surgery
It is essential that you let the eyelid tissue heal after this surgery. The injection of steroids is not ideal in my opinion. Time is what is needed. The steroids can actually cause permanent atrophy of fat. Don't double down with another bad surgery. Fat grafting is a big mistake. It is bas...
Javier Vera Cucchiaro, MD - Account Suspended says:
I believe it is complex case to evaluate online.
It is necessary to have the neurologist and the ophthalmologist's point of view because you had a trauma.
Best to see an oculoplastic specialist for evaluation and discussion of options. First, a diagnosis has to be made. Then treatment options considered. Orbital decompression is one option. Other procedures could be orbital rim implant or eyelid surgery.