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Cosmetic Surgery (Expert Forum)
Large Hematoma
Answered by
Howard Rosenberg, MD - Cosmetic Surgery
Accent on Aesthetics Plastic Surgery Medical Center
Questions in the Cosmetic Surgery forum are answered by Dr. Howard Rosenberg. Topics include bariatric surgery reconstruction, breast augmentation, chemical peels, cosmetic or reconstructive surgery, face lift, nose reconstruction, and tummy tucks.
Large Hematoma
by Rhini44, Sep 23, 2009 08:45PM
About a year ago, I fell down a set of cement steps and within a half an hour, I had a large bump on my left butt cheek. I had problems walking and sitting for a few weeks. I saw a doctor who said that hematomas typically go away on their own, so he would not drain it. It has been nearly a year, and the hematoma is pretty much the same size as it was when I first received it. I did see one general surgeon who drained about 20 cc's of fluid from it, but that was about 6 months after I fell. My problem now is that over the past few weeks, I have been experiencing a great deal of pain in the hematoma. It has been burning and stinging to the point where I can't sit or lay on my left side properly. What are my options? This cannot continue.
Doctor's Answer
by Howard Rosenberg, MD, Sep 24, 2009 10:51AM
, Sep 24, 2009 10:51AM
You may now have a scar tissue pocket with a persistent organized hematoma (consisting of scar tissue) within it. A surgical excision may be required to eliminate it. consult with a local plastic or general surgeon about this. I would assume that your discomfort would be relieved if the area is removed.
Member Comments (2)
by Rhini44, Sep 23, 2009 09:07PM
Just a little more info - the hematoma is about the size of a grapefruit - no kidding! So, as you can imagine, I look lovely in anything that might be a bit form fitting! :)
