I had an FDL on 30th Oct. Naval wasn’t receiving enough oxygen and became infected.Metronidazole 500mg x 3 and Co-Amoxiclav 500+125mg x 3 a day. Op to remove naval on 5th Nov. Since been flushing the drain hole with saline,Then packing with iodine soaked swab each day.Worried as when I remove the swab it has grey pus, the hole isn’t getting smaller, been on antibiotics 3 weeks. What’s going to happen when I finish them? Will the hole close itself or more surgery? Grateful for any opinions!
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November 26, 2018
Answer: FDL tummy tuck infection What’s going to happen when I finish the antibiotics? Will the hole close itself or more surgery?
Tntntwins Hi There , Thank You for Your Question Most Doctors have they own protocol on each individual according to his or her medical history , the Risk of a blood clots that can damage your lungs, because of the HRT must be the reasons your PS give you those directions , and he only he sh...
Hello and thank you for your question. Bleeding and serious damage is expected following liposuction and tummy tuck procedures. Some mild bleeding from your incisions can be expected only one day following your procedure, so a small amount of bleeding is no cause for concern.
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Sorry for the problem.Most superficial wounds or spitting stitches heal quickly with the care your surgeon has implemented.If the incision continues to stay red and oozing, then you might want to ask your surgeon to perform a cotton swab culture of the drainage to determine if any bacteria are...