Yellow scab above tummy tuck incision, does the color look normal? (Photos)

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Hello I am 16 days PO dull tummy tuck. I had an area above my incision that was a dark scab and it fell off. Now it looks yellow/white colored. No pus or drainage. Is this a normal color? I covered back up with the tape given by PS. Thanks

Farah Naz Khan, MD · Answer

Yes, this happens often since the tummy tuck incision is a big incision. Just keep the area clean and dry and as always, look out for any signs of infection, including foul odor, redness, tenderness, fever, and/or drainage. If you are still worried, best to call your operating surgeon so you can be seen and properly evaluated in person.

Vishnu Rumalla, MD · Answer

Thanks for your inquiry and excellent pictures, scab came off a small wound. These small areas are common and generally heal well, discuss your concern with your plastic surgeon, good luck.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs. It appears that you have a small separation of your incision line that should heal well with conservative management.  It will take a few weeks but inform your surgeon, they will offer you the best advice.  Hope this helps.

Pankaj Tiwari, MD · Answer

Yes.  This is normal after a tummy tuck.  It looks like you will have a nice result.  Congratulations!

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

It looks like you have some delayed healing and it appears to be very minor.  Local wound care or just leaving it alone will probably do the trick. Best to review with your doc.

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