How to prevent hypertrophic scarring after eye corner opening surgery
Disease description:
Had an eye corner surgery a few days ago. A friend mentioned that scar hypertrophy might occur, and I'd like to know how to prevent it.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Li Fengyong
To prevent hypertrophic scarring after eye corner surgery, proper wound care is essential. Avoid exposing the wound to water too early to prevent infection. In terms of diet, avoid consuming raw, cold, or spicy foods, which may irritate the gastrointestinal tract and promote blood vessel growth, potentially leading to scar formation. Additionally, under a doctor's guidance, you may apply growth factor medications to promote wound healing, such as recombinant bovine basic fibroblast growth factor gel.
