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I was banded in Nov. 2010 and my incisions think they healed nicely. They are flat and smooth but one is almost a deep red or purple color. Does anyone know how long it takes for them to fade and if they do...are they still noticeable?

Just wondering..!

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all of my incisions have faded except for my port incision. it's a little raised and a darker color than my normal skin... and of course the largest of the incisions.

i actually don't mind the scar. it's a reminder of where i was then, where i am now and where i'll be in the future!

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It's been three years since I was banded and if I didn't know where to look for my scars I wouldn't be able to find them! The scar over my port was deep red for awhile and then it started to slowly fade. I don't recall the exact length of time it took but now it's barely visible.

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My scars all look different depending on how they healed. If they healed right away then it is hard to see them. If they look a few weeks to heal then they are darker.

Here is an old post of mine showing.... I think 12 scars at the time from my band, and plastics adventures. I will post another new photo soon since this was almost 6 months ago

http://alienbanditinkorea.wordpress.com/2010/09/27/band-and-lipo-scar-photos/

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Thanks everyone! Guess I have to have patience!

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