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What Causes Swelling In The Spot Of Stitches On Forehead?
Hello Doctor I have got cyst on my forehead and it has operated by surgeon last one year back. I have got 4 stitches on spot but on same spot its swollen. I am not understanding why this happens after a long period. My Doctor is out of country for 8 days so i am asking you this please reply.
Tue, 9 Feb 2016
Hi,
From history it seems that you might be having recurrence of cyst again producing swelling.
you might require excision of cyst again.
If some part of sac remains while excision there is a chance of recurrence.
Consult surgeon and getexamined.
Ok and take care.
From history it seems that you might be having recurrence of cyst again producing swelling.
you might require excision of cyst again.
If some part of sac remains while excision there is a chance of recurrence.
Consult surgeon and getexamined.
Ok and take care.
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