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Relation between facial trauma/fracture and face lymphedema? considering that facial trauma occure with conconmmitant injuries to soft tissue

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Dr. Scott Welker answered

Normal: Swelling for weeks or even months after blunt trauma is normal. You notice it more in your face. Be patient.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/23/2013

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Dr. Ted King answered

Facial lymphedema: Is very uncommon. I agree with dr. Welker. Persistent facial swelling after blunt facial trauma is common. Lymphedema is not.

Dr Namey and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 6/15/2013

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A member asked:

Relation between facial trauma/fracture and face lymphedema? considering that facial trauma occure with conconmmitant injuries to soft tissue

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Scott Welker answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Dr. Ted King answered

Dr Namey and 2 doctors agreed

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