Answered by Dr. Vikram Kumar Raja

What causes fluid build-up post-breast surgery?

Hi doctor,

I had a gynecomastia surgery last week, and a week later my right breast was swollen. So, I went to see my doctor, and he said I have fluid accumulated in my chest. He opened my stitches and placed a scissor inside, and took out the fluid and blood, and closed the incision. It was very painful, and now again I can feel the fluid getting accumulated. But now, the doctor says that the fluid will subside by itself, and there is no need to worry. What should I do?

17 May 2024 - 1 min read

What is the best treatment for accident scars on the face?

Hello doctor,

I have a hypertrophic scar on the left side of my face due to a road traffic accident from five years ago. I had undergone a scar revision surgery four years back but, no improvement was seen. So, I had a Z-plasty surgery two years back with a 40 percent improvement. But, it is still visible and I am very conscious about it. Can this be improved further?

09 May 2024 - 1 min read

How long does it take for the complication of brow lift surgery to resolve?

Hi doctor,

My best friend recently had a brow lift. And a few days after started having complications. The doctor reopened the scalp and has her now covering this huge wound in her head with bandages, which are not closing up. He keeps saying longer, and now he keeps doing these other treatments to try and save her hair. It is the most horrific sight. I want another opinion to know if this is common today; he told her two to three more weeks.

11 Oct 2023 - 1 min read

What are the post-care instructions after a beard transplant?

Hi doctor,

I recently did my mustache transplant, and it has been five days. While taking a bath, water accidentally came into the transplanted area. I was given another spray from the clinic and was told to apply it to the mustache area every ten minutes, which I am still doing. But now I am worried that the implanted hair might not grow since water got into my mustache. Could you please guide and advise me, and should I be worried about this?

11 Oct 2023 - 1 min read

Is it possible to remove a tattoo without injury or scar?

Hello doctor,

Tattoo removal, can tattoo be removed without injury to the skin or creating a scar? I have gone for two sessions for laser treatment for tattoo removal, and each time there were multiple pinhole injuries, and the tattoo has not faded even a single bit. Is this treatment I am receiving appropriate?

07 Sep 2023 - 1 min read