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Question #13211
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kidney removal surgery scar - #13211

Kiaan

I am really worried about my healing after having kidney removal surgery a few weeks ago. The scar from the surgery is just so much bigger than I expected, and it kinda makes me feel self-conscious. I read that scars can vary from person to person, but this kidney removal surgery scar is pretty red and raised; I didn't see many pictures before my surgery, like, I thought it would be just a small line or something, but this is definitly not what I imagined. I also got some strange pulling sensations around the area, which worries me too. Is the size of the kidney removal surgery scar normal?? And how long does it usually take for them to fade? Some people mentioned creams to help or like silicone sheets, but do those really work? I want to know if all of this is normal or if I should be worried about how my kidney removal surgery scar looks right now. Plus, what’s the best way to care for it? I’m feeling a little confused and just would really appreciate any advice or experiences you might have had with your own kidney removal surgery scars!

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