I just had a keloid removed 2 days ago and was told to get a pressure earring and get silcone sheets as well. When should I start wearing the pressure earring and sheets? I will be returning to the doctor in a month to start steroid shots.
When should I start wearing a pressure earring?
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Best to check with your plastic surgeon who knows your situation best and is ultimately responsible for your care. Overall, it sounds like you have a great plan.
Web reference: http://www.poustiplasticsurgery.com/Procedures/earlobe-repair-surgery.htm
- Ask the surgeon treating you when to start wearing them.
- Get the pressure earring and silicone sheets now.
- My patients apply them to the ear lobe repair as soon as they can tolerate the pressure. For some people it is 2 days, for others - never.
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