My tummy tuck incision was healing. I am 11 days post op. BUT... now it's peeling and turning pink, just on one side that the JP drain is on. 1.) What causes this? 2.) Can I use neosporin? I am going back to my PS, just thought I'd ask a quick question.
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I'm not exactly sure what happened here, but I would treat you as an umbilical reconstruction. It is possible to deepen the umbilical depression you do have and the results generally turn out well. This shouldn't be done until you are several months out from the initial procedure at least.
Thank you for your question! For my patients having a tummy tuck procedure, I recommend they use a silicone based scar cream called biocorneum, when all of the surgical glue comes off of the incisions. The glue usually comes off on its own, 3-4 weeks post surgery. I recommend discussing specific...
Thank you for your question and photo. Yes it is too late now. Although back boards or foams do not create the dent you are looking for, I use double foam pads I customize for the patient right after surgery. It is important to adequately sculpt the lower back, by removing the lower back fat pad...
