9 weeks post upper bleph there are 2 lines of raised bumps that I think are undissolved stitches. Advice? (photo)

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I am 9 weeks post upper bleph. Although difficult to capture with the camera on the right eye, there are two lines of raised bumps. They are not milia. My PS said to just apply vitamin E cream and warm compresses. I hate to say it looks like tracks. My theory is the stitches did not dissolve. Nothing he did, my body just didn't heal properly. Applying makeup makes it more obvious. The other eye looks great! Few same bumps on inner area. Thank you for your time.

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

You appear to have normal healing for 9 weeks after surgery. The "bumps" you see are normal early reaction to the sutures (no remnants that I can see). I would predict that in the next several months they will be almost invisible.

Guy Massry, MD · Answer

It is hard to tell about the bumps from the photos - but it appears to be healing very well. I have found that topical medications for the bumps are minimally helpful. However, there are injections of anitinflammatory medications (some off-label use) which I have found very helpful. You can ask your surgeon about this. Otherwise time usually allows things to settle well.

John W. Menard, MD · Answer

On review of your photographs,everything appears to be doing well. I would recommend giving this more time for the scars to mature.

Albert Dabbah, MD · Answer

You appear to be healing well and as expected. At 9 weeks the scars are still in the early phases of healing. With time the bumps should settle and flatten. This may take another 3-6 months. Continue follow up with your surgeon so they can monitor your progress.

David A. Bray, Sr., MD · Answer

Please allow more time. Upper eyelid skin heals well. But the two lids may not see scar resolution at the same rate.

9 weeks post upper bleph there are 2 lines of raised bumps that I think are undissolved stitches. Advice? (photo)

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