Is it normal to have blisters or peeling skin on your incision after having a tummy tuck? (photo)

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At first it was really red now it's black blister like bubbles like it wants to peel

Erica Anderson, MD · Answer

It is not normal to have blisters after a tummy tuck. There appears to be some vascular compromise and you may lose some of the skin. Make sure you are seeing your plastic surgeon regularly to help manage. Best wishes.

Karen Leong, MD · Answer

You should go see your surgeon. From your photos it appears that your skin is struggling for blood supply where you have blistering. - Dr. Leong

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Your photos suggest impending skin necrosis of a portion of the flap. Best to follow closely with yoursurgeon for proper wound care.

Eric Fynn-Thompson, MD · Answer

Thank you for your questions and photos. It appears that you might be having some poor blood flow to the skin on the right side of the vertical incision which can cause blistering and weeping. I would visit with your surgeon to have them evaluate the area. Sometimes the skin that is farthest away from blood supply can have healing issues. Good luck.

Mark Sisco, MD · Answer

I'm sorry that you are having trouble with healing. Blistering is not normal after a tummy tuck. I suggest you follow up with your surgeon to help treat the problem areas you have identified. Best wishes.

Is it normal to have blisters or peeling skin on your incision after having a tummy tuck? (photo)

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