Question 1

i am circumsized but skin has grafted back, is there a procedure to correct this?

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Yes....: I'm not sure what you mean by "grafted back."  there is a surgical procedure to fix just about anything that may be wrong with you.  Find a reliable urologist or surgeon who specializes in this surgery for details.

Question 2

what is an alloderm graft?

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Synthetic graft.: Graft that is used to augment soft tissue or periodontal tissue in the mouth.

Question 3

anyone know about skin grafts?

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Sure, lots.: Next question? Seriously, it depends what you want to know. A piece of skin is taken from a "donor" area and grafted onto the treatment area, usually when skin can't be stretched enough to close a wound primarily. They are also used to treat severe burns, where lots of skin area has been destroyed. Grafting should only be done by someone with special training and expertise.

Question 4

could nerve grafts restore potency?

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Good thought: So far, no progress in this category, but a good idea.

Question 5

how long after skin grafts can i heal?

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At least 3 weeks: It takes at least 3 weeks and closer to 3 months for skin grafts to achieve significant adherence to minimize the risk of shear or stress forces on the donor site and recipient sites. This may also be influenced by the thickness of the graft as well as the location of the graft. For exampe longer periods may be advised for the sole of the foot -.

Question 6

can you smoke after soft tissue graft?

Accepted Answer

Shouldn't: It will delay wound healing quite a bit.

Question 7

can you tell me anything about skin grafts?

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Yes: Skin grafts are very helpful after losing large amounts of skin.  If there are areas that can not cover your body from burns, or other injuries skin can be removed from other parts of your body or cadeaver skin can be used to place over the uncovered area to protect your body.  This usually works well for healing and allows a much better cosmetic look for the area needing to be covered.

Question 8

can you get cosmetic correction for  graft sites?

Accepted Answer

Not really: I take it you're talking about skin graft donor sites or grafted sites.   If very small, perhaps they can be excised later, but usually, nothing significant can be done to improve their appearance.

Question 9

does anyone know the cost of a soft tissue graft?

Accepted Answer

(Very) expensive: The cost of surgical graft varies with the type of material and size of the mesh. Small pieces of synthetic mesh costs hundreds of $$; bio absorbable mesh costs thousands and the largest pieces can be as expensive as a small car.

Question 10

what are the symptoms of graft-versus-host disease?

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There can be many...: Acute GVHD presents as a skin rash, gut symptoms (nausea or diarrhea) or jaundice.  Chronic GVHD commonly causes dry eyes and dry mouth but they can also get quite sore. More serious symptoms of chronic GVHD include sclerosis (scarring or thickening) of the skin, or reduced flexibility due to connective tissue inflammation (fascitis). Pulmonary airflow obstruction may cause shortness of breath.

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I am circumsized but skin has grafted back, is there a procedure to correct this?

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Could nerve grafts restore potency?

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