:( Jen, sweetie, please dont stress out about it, surgery ALWAYS causes swelling, bruising and bleeding, it really doesnt mean anything is wrong.
I am so freaked out with blood, and so squeamish that even if I'd been paid thousands, I STILL wouldn't have looked at mine after surgery!
But our Fissy is very brave and went where angels fear to tread - which was the right decision for her, because she knew that she wanted to see it and could handle the consequences. Dont feel bad, dear Fissy, we can all only post our own experiences, good OR bad - there is no right or wrong, only a personal opinion.
But Jen, you said you felt much better - thats the true indicator- not what it looks like. If you're worried about infection, just have more salty baths, and if it starts to feel bad, then is the time to worry.
Mine bled for about 2 - 3 weeks, getting less all the time.
It did feel swollen for quite a while.
Personally, I dont think a heating pad is a good idea, it could encourage infection?
Lastly - calm down, and stop looking at it!!! :D
Good luck with the botox today Corsi! I wasnt able to sit directly on the wound after LIS - I wouldn't think it advisable to have pressure on a healing wound - but I dont know if you should or not, its just my opinion.