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What happens if I have an emergency after I return home?

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Outcomes and side effects vary from person to person. Bleeding, infection, swelling and asymmetry may occur. Please consult our medical team before making a decision.

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If you experience a true medical emergency after returning home — severe pain, uncontrolled bleeding, difficulty breathing, or any symptom that feels urgent — go to your local emergency room immediately. Don't wait to contact us first; local emergency care should always come first for anything urgent.

Once you're safely being cared for, message your coordinator on WhatsApp — we'll provide your surgical details to share with the treating doctor, and stay in close contact with you throughout to support your recovery from a distance.

For non-urgent concerns — swelling that seems unusual, a question about your recovery, general worry — reach out to us directly on WhatsApp first, and Dr. Kim or your coordinator will advise you on next steps.

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Save our WhatsApp contact and your treatment confirmation certificate somewhere easy to find before you leave Korea — having them ready removes one thing to think about if you ever need them.

Ready to talk to Dr. Kim? Reach out on WhatsApp to book your video consultation: Chat with us on WhatsApp (+82 10-4434-6234)

— Dr. Hyung-taek Kim, KOWON Plastic Surgery

What follows is general guidance. The actual cause and surgical approach are decided only after an internal examination, a CT scan and a review of your previous surgical history.

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