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Firm, non-tender, crescent-shaped lump above total thyroidectomy scar three weeks post-op. would massage be of benefit, or should i give it time?
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See your dermatologi: Please see your dermatologist for evaluation and to discuss treatment options. You probably have a keloid scar.
Answered 4/20/2013
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Yes: massage+time: This may benefit from time and massage. However there may be another minor problem such as suture abscess or hematoma. This may require incision and drainage or aspiration or injection. Your surgeon is the best person to determine this.
Answered 12/22/2015
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