Question:
WILL AN OPEN SCAR BE VERY VISABLE?
If i have the open RNY, will there every be a time when I can show my stomach and not have the scar be so noticable? — Kelli K. (posted on January 14, 2004)
January 14, 2004
I guess it depends how much of your belly you want to show. My scar was
(before my tummy tuck) about 1 or 1.5 inches above my belly button so you
could have belly to show but even a peek at my belly is too much belly for
me :)
— Laurie B.
January 14, 2004
If your truly concerned about the scar why not get LAP, what marks will
likely disappear completey. There are lots of good LAP surgeons in the
carolinas.
— Sam J.
January 14, 2004
The total length of my open scar is only 3 inches. It does show mainly
because it developed a keloid over the incision area. However, it is 3
inches above my belly button. So depending on how good your surgeon is will
determine how long your incision will be.
Keisha
3/12/03 316/195/160
— keishax
January 14, 2004
My surgery was open and the scar starts just below my breastbone and curves
around and below my belly button. I actually like my scar..its like a
trophy....I fought long and hard with my insurance for approval so I think
of it as a symbol of victory!!
— Lois B.
January 14, 2004
http://www.wlsindy.com/board/modules.php?set_albumName=album02&id=MVC_906S&op=modload&name=gallery&file=index&include=view_photo.php
This is a link for a pic of my scar. I had mine done on June 3,2003. It was
9 inches long.It had faded over time.I will probably go with a 2 piece swim
suit @ goal.
— Autumn
January 14, 2004
Your scar won't ever be invisible, so if you show someone the area of your
scar- yes, they'll notice it. However, my scar is the same color as the
rest of my skin, so it's not shocking or anything. Also, it's only about 5
inches long and stops well above my belly button. So, I can wear hipster
pants and shorter tops with no problem if I want to. Even a tankini
swimsuit is fine. I would not do bikini because of the scar. (well, that's
not the ONLY reason:)!) Speak to your surgeon about what he anticipates, as
many surgeons vary widely. My surgeon prides himslef on a smaller incision
and a plastic surgeon style close that minimized the scar.
— LMCLILLY
January 15, 2004
This question always humors me. Your scar will be far prettier than the
sagging skin. Even if I had a tummy tuck, the stretch marks from having
kids would still be visible, making me still uncomfortable from wearing
tummy bearing clothing. The scar itself will be the same color as your
skin before you get to goal, don't worry about it being terribly noticable.
Be more concerned about regaining your health than the pretty tummy. Just
my opinion. Rebecca 10/03/01 265/140
— RebeccaP
January 15, 2004
I do medical research and recall reviewing a paper on scars - I believe
some dermatologist have some great remedies for scars that do not require
additional surgery. I suppose once you are well into recovery, you should
contact a dermatologist that specialize in scar repair. I once had a burn
on my face and after a 1-year treatment from my dermatologist no one would
ever believe I had a burn on my face.
— Anna M.
January 15, 2004
Kelli...Hi there...Well there is something you might try for the scar. It
is a cream and you can get it at a wal-mart. It is called Palmers and it is
for scars and stretch marks. I have used it and it has helped fade my scar
and I had an open rny. Hope this helps :=)
Deb
— Deb S.
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