On 8/20/20, I had a hysterectomy with vertical abdominal incision. When I lay down or pull my abdominal skin up under my breasts while standing, the scar appears flatter, but gravity makes the scar and skin/fat/fascia uneven. If I am a candidate for scar revision, which procedure(s) are recommended? Do I need to wait a certain length of time after hysterectomy? Would I need a referral by the surgeon who performed my hysterectomy? Thanks so much for helping to answer my questions and concerns.
October 23, 2020
Answer: Hysterectomy scar repair + abdominoplasty this needs a revision and tummy tuck done at the same time. post care will be essential (see link) to ensure no wound issues after surgery for healing. Best, Dr. Emer.
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October 23, 2020
Answer: Hysterectomy scar repair + abdominoplasty this needs a revision and tummy tuck done at the same time. post care will be essential (see link) to ensure no wound issues after surgery for healing. Best, Dr. Emer.
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October 20, 2020
Answer: Scar Issues After C-Section I am sorry you are having this issue, however it appears that you do have options. First off, your scar is only two months old and it takes a full year for scars to mature, so there should be some improvement with time. After 9 to 12 months, your options then include scar revision, if the scar is still bothersome. However, if you do not plan for the pregnancies, tummy tuck will not only tighten your abdominal wall but it should allow complete removal of the scar and skin below the belly button. You do not need a referral from your gynecologist. Consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon in your area to explore the best options for you. Good luck.
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October 20, 2020
Answer: Scar Issues After C-Section I am sorry you are having this issue, however it appears that you do have options. First off, your scar is only two months old and it takes a full year for scars to mature, so there should be some improvement with time. After 9 to 12 months, your options then include scar revision, if the scar is still bothersome. However, if you do not plan for the pregnancies, tummy tuck will not only tighten your abdominal wall but it should allow complete removal of the scar and skin below the belly button. You do not need a referral from your gynecologist. Consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon in your area to explore the best options for you. Good luck.
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