savarna

hi all my av is very quiet lately thank god. Day ten and feeling a bit depressed.
I had my surgery and my little scar is so jagged and messy. its not a straight line its lumpy and zig zaggy. I don't know what can be done aout this. Because i compete I'm worried. Does anyone know whether the surgeon will improve it.? ill call him tom. I'm very bummed about it

Dee74

Scars can take a while to settle down.

Call the surgeon by all means but I've used vitamin E cream before - it's very good, especially if it's a new scar.

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savarna

i understand dee but its zigzag and very messy

Dee74

you only had the op the other day though, yeah?
it's probably not going to look v pretty for a while?

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savarna

ok dee thanks.

Dee74

Do call your Dr if you're concerned tho - I wouldn't want to put you off doing that

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MelindaFlowers

Chances are the surgeon knows exactly what he's doing. Can you cover it with something so you don't have to look at it? The last incision I saw was kinda lumpy when it was freshly stitched up like poorly sewn cloth (sorry for the gross example!). It healed all smooth and pretty.

savarna

yes!!!!! its lumpy and looks poorly stitched and zig zag I'm only concerned because i need to show my belly to compete.

PurpleKnight

10 Days is fantastic Savarna!!

SarahB60

Derma blend is a good body cover up make-up. It can do wonders for tattoos. Also judges see scars, stretch marks you name it. Just come in with your best package. That's all you can do.

Also you may want to post this question on the muscle boards so that other competitors can give you advice.

Nowsthetime

Hi: personally I love scars. They tell a story and add character.

Not much help but thought I would tell you...

Aellyce

I've never had major surgeries but happen to know people who work in fashion / film industry, who did have similar problems. What Sarah said. Other than that, if this competition is soon, you could try to consult your surgeon for referrals to a cosmetic professional, makeup artist or someone like that who is skilled at covering scars temporarily, for specific events. Or find someone with good references online. You know, people who work in the movie business to prep actors etc. They can do magic with makeup nowadays. But do talk to your surgeon before anything since this was a recent procedure.

In the longer run, like others said: time is likely to make a difference. If you are still not satisfied, I imagine you could have another procedure to correct the scar.

Congrats on 10 days, please don't drink

savarna

thanks everyone xxxlove u guys

trachemys

oK, gonna be the stereotypical guy now...what do you do that requires baring your midriff to compete?

savarna

bikini comps light bodybuilding on stage

trachemys

oh my

Ruby2

I'd give it time to settle down. I had a bad looking stitching on my left hand. It looked terrible for the longest time. I can hardly tell anymore where it was. But talk to your doctor. They should be able to give you suggestions on care options.

savarna

so update seen surgeon and he said scar will heal well. he said it was stitched that way due to not much fat on my body. go figer.