Breast Implants: Info, Prices, Photos, Rewiews, Q&A

Is the Photodynamic therapy for basal cell cancer, infiltrative pattern a promising treatment?

PDT vs surgery
Sep 30, 2017

Infiltrative BCCs are often wider and deeper than they appear to the naked eye. I would strongly recommend surgery and suggest Mohs surgery by an American College of Mohs Surgery member. Cure rates for Mohs approach 99%. PDT will likely not penetrate deep enough to treat your tumor and has a much higher recurrence rate.

First time ever using Botox! I had a Botox injection In between my eyebrows and I’m feeling dizzy and

Symptoms probably not from Botox
Sep 30, 2017

The symptoms you are describing are not typical side effects from Botox and are most likely unrelated to the injections. I’m sorry you are not feeling well, if the symptoms continue I would see your primary care doctor.

Will Biocornuem work to reduce and improve old scars?

Biocorneum for older scars
Sep 30, 2017

If the scar is thickened or red, Biocorneum (or other silicon scar products) can still be helpful. It should be massaged into the scar twice a day for 6-12 weeks. If the scar is flat and white or depressed, it will likely not help. In that case a fractionated laser could be helpful with texture.

Mohs surgery: vertex incision dissolvable stitches still oozing, what should I do?

Erosive Pustular Dermatosis
Sep 20, 2017

Given that he has been treated for an infection and it is has not improved I would consider a diagnosis of erosive Pustular Dermatosis (EPD). EPD is an inflammatory condition that can occur after significant trauma (such as from surgery) to the scalp. It is typically treated with very strong topical steroids and should improve. I would recommend follow up with a Mohs surgeon or board certified dermatologist.

Can I expect the scab from a 4 week tiny skin graft from ear to nose (basal cell) to fall off?

scab
Sep 20, 2017

If the scab is starting to lift at the edges, I would expect it to fall off within the next 1-2 weeks. Do not attempt to pick or pull it off as that might damage the graft underneath. I would keep the area hydrated with vaseline. I would recommend following back up with your surgeon though so that they can make sure you get optimal cosmetic results.

Would Botox be the solution to the loose skin on my face after weight loss?

Combined approach
Sep 20, 2017

Congratulations on your weight loss. I think a combined approach of Botox to the wrinkles that occur with facial motion (smiling, etc) and perhaps some filler to your cheeks to add a bit of volume back may help. I would definitely recommend an in person consultation with a Board certified Dermatologist or Plastic Surgeon to make a plan specifically tailored to your needs.

Botox not seeing results and feels like it moves around, 3 weeks post op, did it not work for me?

Still moving after botox
Sep 20, 2017

It is possible to develop antibodies to Botox or other neurotoxins which can lead to them not working. This would be fairly unusual though if you have never had it before. How well Botox works depends on the exact placement of the Botox and the amounts used. I would recommend letting the Botox you have wear off completely (about three months) and then you could try again. Would highly recommend seeing a Board certified Dermatologist, Plastic Surgeon,…