I had surgery because I got stabbed near the liver.however the bump I'm concerned about is above my belly button right on the incision.last week I went for a followup and dr.said it was build up fluid and she popped it witha needle.next day I had more fluid, I left it alone til it drain on its own but now the bump is hard and purple? Is that normal.please cause I'm concerned and my next appt is until the 6th There's no pain its jus like a hard jelly bean shaped bump no drain.will it be scarred?
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Dear Carly,
Thank you for your question and your fear of the unknown is quite common. While it's difficult to specifically comment on you're situation without pix or more detail, in general, especially after having twins, you would likely benefit from a lateral tension Abdominoplasty. I believe...
I think that you are wise to be concerned about the gastroesophageal reflux issues and performing a tummy tuck operation. I think that you will be best off seeking consultation with your gastroenterologist and possibly having him/her communicate with your plastic surgeon prior to making any...
I am sorry you have developed a seroma after surgery. Seromas are uncommon. Seromas are more common in larger abdominoplasties or tummy tucks. Seromas are also more common in total body lifts or 360 circumferential body lifts. Typically drains minimize the incidence of Seromas. I usually wait...
