What Can I Do for my Incision Spot to Close/reduce Blakness?

asked 4 months ago by carmella1208 in Homestead, FL
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
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Tags: 6 months post-op, complication

Ive had a TT just about 6months ago..i have had several methods my PS has given for me to do because of a small opened incision spot. It seems to be closing but its not. I excercised and i think me stretching opened it more..Is there anything i can do that will work?? ive tried cleaning it out covering it leaving it open putting gauze pads and a whole bunch of other things nothing is working.including stitching.That also didnt work.1closed the other didnt.please help

2 answers to What Can I Do for my Incision Spot to Close/reduce Blakness?

Open Wound 6 Months after Tummy Tuck?

it will be in your best interests to be examined by a plastic surgeon to determine if there is a cause for the continued difficulty with wound healing. For example, this may be related to a persistent suture ( “foreign bodies” can delay healing) or unhealthy tissue. Best wishes see video

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.poustiplasticsurgery.com

Tummy Tuck incision opening 6 months after surgery

By 6 months your tummy tuck incisions should be well closed and you should resume an active life style. If the underlying tissue is healthy a wound separation should hel like the average scratch or skinned knee- in 2-3 weeks. When a surgical wound opens a long time after it healed suggests that the body is trying to get rid of something such as dead fat or an infected stitch. Your surgeon should examine you and plan your care. In the vast majority of cases accurate diagnosis and treatment... more

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

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