Scars, What Did You Do?

[lucypets 6]

Hi, I am 10 days post op and I was wondering if anyone has used Mederma on their inscisions or if it is even needed. Trying to minimize any scars.

Thanks,

Deborah

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,722]

my scars are nearly (impossible to see) excluding my port incision. just faint pink little lines.

its not that big of a deal to me.

the more you heal, the marks will be less visible.

[BigDennis 236]

My doctor highly recommended Mederma, so I used it often in the first couple of months. I probably should be using it now, but I simply have not replaced the empty tube at this point. It seemed to soften the scar tissue and fade my scars quite a bit. I'm kind of a hairy guy, so between the Mederma and my ape-like appearance, my scars are not that noticable. LOL Like CG said, if your incisions are a little on the large side, I would highly recommend using Mederma, but if they are already not too noticable, you could probably do without it. The stuff is a little on the expensive side, so you may want to look at some of the generic products that do the exact same thing, at a greatly reduced price too! Yep, I'm a penny pincher!! LOL

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,722]

My doctor highly recommended Mederma, so I used it often in the first couple of months. I probably should be using it now, but I simply have not replaced the empty tube at this point. It seemed to soften the scar tissue and fade my scars quite a bit. I'm kind of a hairy guy, so between the Mederma and my ape-like appearance, my scars are not that noticable. LOL Like CG said, if your incisions are a little on the large side, I would highly recommend using Mederma, but if they are already not too noticable, you could probably do without it. The stuff is a little on the expensive side, so you may want to look at some of the generic products that do the exact same thing, at a greatly reduced price too! Yep, I'm a penny pincher!! LOL

ape like--------you are so funny

[lucypets 6]

Thanks guys!! That was a big help!

Deborah

[BigDennis 236]

You are so welcome Deborah!

If you are even a little bit insecure about how your incisions and resulting scars may look in the future, I would highly recommend using Mederma. Women tend to be a little more sensitive about these things, especially since certain outfits and bathing suits will not cover your surgical incisions. You've invested so much into becoming healthier and looking great, you should use the Mederma to maximize your progress!

Dennis

[BigDennis 236]

CG, one thing you can always say about BigD is that he is one truthful guy!

I looked a little weird, once they shaved my tummy and chest for the surgery, but Mother Nature is slowly putting things back the way they were! LOL

You know, I could actually be that "missing link" they've been looking for!

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,722]

CG, one thing you can always say about BigD is that he is one truthful guy!

I looked a little weird, once they shaved my tummy and chest for the surgery, but Mother Nature is slowly putting things back the way they were! LOL

You know, I could actually be that "missing link" they've been looking for!

***drama king you are***

[BigDennis 236]

Now, that is funny coming from you Ms. CG! LOL

I'm just sayin......

What, I don't get any sympathy for being sheared like common sheep? LOL

I hate it when you are right CG, I am definitely a Drama King!!

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,722]

Now, that is funny coming from you Ms. CG! LOL

I'm just sayin......

What, I don't get any sympathy for being sheared like common sheep? LOL

I hate it when you are right CG, I am definitely a Drama King!!

thats for damn sure.......ms southern drama sits right here in carolina

[BigDennis 236]

Yep, we are pretty much a matched pair of drama kings and queens! I've only experienced yours though email, so I can only imagine what your hubs experienced! LOL Big hugs CG!!

[highland 168]

I'm one year out and my scars are completely gone! I didn't use any special creams just kept them soft with skin cream.

[mag1402 1]

I use Vitamin E I brake the capsule and put it on my scar

[pcosmommyof4 13]

Hi' date=' I am 10 days post op and I was wondering if anyone has used Mederma on their inscisions or if it is even needed. Trying to minimize any scars.

Thanks,

Deborah[/quote']

I have not used it on my incisions, but I have used it on my daughters scare on her face. It worked wonders. I have keliod scares and its active ingridiant is what my determologists used on my facial keloid scare tissue. If u are willing to spend the time and money it works.