Hi- I had a full abdominoplasty on Nov 9, 2013. I'm getting a tattoo in Sept that isn't meant to cover the scar, just distract from it, so it is going down the side of my rib cage and continuing on to my upper thigh. It would go right over part of the scar on my hip. It's thin, but if it's not mature enough, it won't hold ink very well and eventually look awful. Most of my scar is definitely NOT mature, as it is still purplish-red, but the side is whitish. Can only parts of a scar be mature?
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Thank you for your question about your tummy tuck healing.It is very common to have irregular periods for a cycle or two after any surgery.Of course there are other reasons this can happen - if you skip 4 periods, see your gynecologist.(And if there is any chance you are pregnant, consider an...
Thank you for your question about your tummy tuck.Oh golly - this sounds like post-traumatic hyperpigmentation.Ask your surgeon about a prescription for 4% hydroquinone. And really truly keep the entire surgical area protected from the sun for at least six month.Sorry about this. Chances...
Thank you for your question about your tummy tuck healing.There is some problem in your belly button area that is causing chronic infection.Causes include a non-absorbing, infected suture and a sinus track.If you can't trust your surgeon any longer = I am sorry about that - you do need a second...
