40 days post op Liposuction. One of my incision open after healing. How long do I have to cover it and put bacitracin?(photo)

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I noticed it red n with green discharge. how long i have to cover it n put bacitracin.i also started taking antibiotic by mouth for ten day,n if it still wont get better what can it be wrong,how long will it take to dry n heal,can I be able to go to the pool or the beach. can it be cause is not getting enough air,cause is hot n I'm sweating or the garment is to tight. I need surgeon opinion.The Dr that did my liposuction is not a surgeon he's trained. He is certified for cardiovascular disease, internal medicine,cardiology and aesthetic.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Something is amiss if you have an open wound 40 days after liposuction. My guess is that the liposuction was assisted by a laser or ultrasound which is created a significant thermal injury to the skin. You should consult a board-certified plastic surgeon for proper care.

Prashant Murugkar, MD · Answer

Hi, in the second photo, the wound seems to have healed, please go to the doctor who has done the liposuction and seek advice, hope this helps Dr Prashant

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

It looks like your wound is healing from the photo but an in-office appointment would be best with your surgeon or someone else to make sure.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Only Plastic Surgeons are qualified for ALL issues with liposuction. Best to seek IN PERSON appointment with a boarded PS in your city. Be sure you understand there will be a fee involved of at least $250... Lesson learned I hope!

Sumanth Pagadala, MD (retired) · Answer

40 days post op from liposuction is a little unusual for this problem, you mentioned you took a 10 day regimen of oral antibiotics, did your physician culture the drainage from this wound, or just give an antibiotic trial? I would recommend that you return to the physician who did your surgery for follow-up.

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Answer: 40 days post op Liposuction. One of my incision open after healing. How long do I have to cover it and put bacitracin?

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40 days post op Liposuction. One of my incision open after healing. How long do I have to cover it and put bacitracin?(photo)

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Answer: 40 days post op Liposuction. One of my incision open after healing. How long do I have to cover it and put bacitracin?

Answer: 40 days post op Liposuction. One of my incision open after healing. How long do I have to cover it and put bacitracin?

Answer: Still healing

Answer: Still healing

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