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A member asked:
I really need skin reduction surgery. what are risks?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Several: Risks of surgery include infection, excessive bleeeding, nerve damage and unsightly scars if they become raised and red after healing is done.
Answered 8/3/2014
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Where?: Skin reduction risks will vary with the area treated but the general risks of any surgery include, infection, bleeding, hematoma, scarring, wound separation, contour irregularity, partial/complete sensory/motor nerve damage, pain, unacceptable cosmetic results and need for revisionary procedures,
Answered 8/3/2014
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