Deep plane mini face lift day 5. why am i feeling strange sensation like a worm under my skin going along hair and suture line? both sides. like slow droplets of water moving down. is this the swelling receding?

Yes: All sorts of strange feelings like this are felt after this surgery.

Normal sensation: After surgery it is normal to have a feeling of tingling, itching or stinging. People often describe this as bugs crawling on their skin. Rest assured, there is nothing wrong and the sensation will go away.

Paresthesias common: We call those strange sensations "paresthesias." these kind of sensations are not uncommon after facelift surgery . As long as they are not associated with pain, swelling, etc. If you are having any associated problems, be sure to contact your surgeon.

Paresthesia: Strange sensations are usually related to sensory nerves on the mend. Do not worry, it is normal!

Nerve Recovery: This is commonly due to recovery of injured nerves that are bruised are transected during the surgical procedure. The vast majority of these are minor sensory nerves that are of no consequence.

Nerve sensations: The strange sensations are typical in the early days and weeks after a facelift. The nerves are 'disoriented' and tend to send abnormal sensations until the nerve pathways have been re established.

Facelift sensations: It is quit common to have unusual sensations after facelift. Causes include anesthesia wearing off, fluid shifts, swelling and softening, and nerve healing. This will improve with time. You can help by doing gentle facial massage, once it is cleared with your surgeon.

You are healing.: The nerves along the incision are cut with surgery. This often causes temporary numbness of the skin around the ear after a facelift. As these nerves heal, they can give you some strange sensations. It is normal and a good sign of nerve repair.