I'm 2 weeks 4 days post op what is that yellow/white stuff? Cleaning with hydrogen peroxide should I be worried? Could this be bad?
Answer: Is my belly button infected? First, I would agree that your bb does not look infected. But it should be packed (as mentioned) to help maintain the shape and the size of the opening. Also, DO NOT use hydrogen peroxide. This kills actively growing cells and will simply irritate the area. Finally, you should have your Plastic Surgeon following this. I encourage you to follow his/her direction and let go from there. I hope that helps and wish you the best!-Gregory A Buford MD FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author
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Answer: Is my belly button infected? First, I would agree that your bb does not look infected. But it should be packed (as mentioned) to help maintain the shape and the size of the opening. Also, DO NOT use hydrogen peroxide. This kills actively growing cells and will simply irritate the area. Finally, you should have your Plastic Surgeon following this. I encourage you to follow his/her direction and let go from there. I hope that helps and wish you the best!-Gregory A Buford MD FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author
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July 27, 2017
Answer: Infected belly button Dear Pantoja2017,based on your photos, your belly button doesn't look infected. However, to b sure I would suggest you to consult your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS
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July 27, 2017
Answer: Infected belly button Dear Pantoja2017,based on your photos, your belly button doesn't look infected. However, to b sure I would suggest you to consult your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS
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Answer: Belly Button I does not look infected. You should really go back to your Plastic Surgeon if you are concerned. I don't see any redness or swelling. I do see some normal crusting that happens after incisions are closed.
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Answer: Belly Button I does not look infected. You should really go back to your Plastic Surgeon if you are concerned. I don't see any redness or swelling. I do see some normal crusting that happens after incisions are closed.
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July 27, 2017
Answer: Umbilicus I recommend you have your stitches removed. They have been in long enough and now may cause more harm with "railroad track" scarring. Stop using hydrogen peroxide too. See your surgeon. Best wishes.
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July 27, 2017
Answer: Umbilicus I recommend you have your stitches removed. They have been in long enough and now may cause more harm with "railroad track" scarring. Stop using hydrogen peroxide too. See your surgeon. Best wishes.
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July 27, 2017
Answer: Belly Button After surgery First of all, your navel needs to be packed to help your belly button keep a good round shape. It doesn't look as though you have any packing it in. You do not look infected. The skin around your sutures is just pink. This will get better when your sutures are removed. I would call and ask your surgeon about packing your belly button. Good luck!
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July 27, 2017
Answer: Belly Button After surgery First of all, your navel needs to be packed to help your belly button keep a good round shape. It doesn't look as though you have any packing it in. You do not look infected. The skin around your sutures is just pink. This will get better when your sutures are removed. I would call and ask your surgeon about packing your belly button. Good luck!
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