I'm 3 weeks post op and have been noticing that I have a on area on my lower belly button that just won't heal. It doesn't hurt and there is no foul odor. I still have some sutures as my Dr. said they would fall off by them selves (Absorbable sutures). I've been keeping clean with hibecleans and putting an antibiotic ointment. I make sure my belly button is completely dry before I place my compression belt. I'd like to know is my belly button healing or should I be concerned and call my surgeon?
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Infection after abdominoplasty occurs in less than 5% of patients. It is rare, but not unheard of. Your picture certainly depicts delayed healing. The painful knot above your umbilicus (belly button) that you feel may indeed be a real knot from stitches that were used during surgery. If the...
A tummy tuck involves removing excess skin, tightening the deep muscle and possible additional liposuction of the flanks. A DIEP flap may also tighten the muscle and the amount of skin removed may be the same but there is no additional liposuction. Therefore the results of the two may look...
As long as you're back and head are flexed or lifted up right by pillows or back support so that you're comfortable lying in bed you should be able to do so. However it is crucial that you ask your plastic surgeon for specific advice. Most patients 3 weeks after tummy tuck are able...
