Get the real deal on beauty treatments—real doctors, real reviews, and real photos with real results.Here's how we earn your trust.

Posted underTummy Tuck q&a

When will spitting stitches stop and heal? (Photo)

Newmommy224
I was 5 weeks post op yesterday from full tummy tuck/lipo. Around week 3 I was diagnosed with a surface level infection treated by antibiotics and stitches were trying to expel themselves. The infection has cleared up fine and the other parts of incision are healing well. I just had 3 more spots "pop" open recently. When will this (spitting stitches) stop And once they stop, how long will it take to heal? Added bonus-red bumps under the incision. When will this heal up?? Thanks!!

Answers (4)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Mark Crispin, MD profile photo
Dr. Mark Crispin, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
4.7 | 55 Reviews
Answer
3 people found this helpful
Nelson Castillo, MD profile photo
Dr. Nelson Castillo, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
5.0 | 298 Reviews
Answer
2 people found this helpful
Dr. Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answer
1 person found this helpful
Dr. Victor Ferrari, MD, FACS
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answer
3 people found this helpful

More Tummy Tuck Questions

See all Tummy Tuck Q&A