Overall I'm very please with the results of my tummy tuck. The only thing that is bothering me a lot is my belly button scar. Is there anything I can do to help the appearance of it or its Revision the only way? Thanks in advance for your answers.
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July 3, 2013
Answer: Thick and Red Belly Button Scar After 5 Months Tummy Tuck PO?
There is still swelling in the abdominal area 8 weeks after a tummy tuck. Exercise and increased activity that occurs during travel will most certainly increase swelling. If you wear a good compression garment this should reduce the swelling. Also wearing compression garments in hot...
Thank you for your photo. It will heal slowly on its own if it does not become infected first. I would remove the unhealthy skin to produce a healthy wound that will heal quicker and have less risks of infection.
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Thank you for your question. New sudden pain 3 weeks post surgery should always lead to a visit to your plastic surgeon. It could be normal healing especially after liposuction which sometimes is associated with muscle pain and spasm. That being said, the unilateral new...
