I am 5 weeks post tummy tuck with plication and lipo to the abdomen and hips areas. I developed large blisters on both hips where the edges of the dressing was. I still have significant bruising to my hips that looks more like healing burns. My understanding is the bruised/blistered area was where most of the lipo was done. I have not seen my surgeon, only his nurse several times. It does not look like cellulitis. Should I be concerned?
January 9, 2013
Answer: Cellulitis from Superficial Skin Slough after Liposuction
If there is a concern for cellulitis, get an appointment to see the surgeon. He or she will want to know about your concerns. I guarantee that the surgeon will want to know if you have superficial skin issues or burns as well.
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January 9, 2013
Answer: Cellulitis from Superficial Skin Slough after Liposuction
If there is a concern for cellulitis, get an appointment to see the surgeon. He or she will want to know about your concerns. I guarantee that the surgeon will want to know if you have superficial skin issues or burns as well.
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January 10, 2013
Answer: Bruising and blisters five weeks after Liposuction
Hello and thanks for the picture. The bruising is more thank likely what you said it is from, and should resolve on its own. In regards to the blistering, some patients are sensitive to the adhesive in the tape used to hold the dressings in place. It is not uncommon to have this reaction, and fortunately it resolves well on its own with local wound care. Some discoloration can occur from it, much like a road rash. I would contact your PS and request to see him and not his/her nurse. If you feel that the area is red, and you see streaking of the redness travel upwards, as well as feel more tenderness/warmth in the area, by all means contact your PS ASAP and get him/her to evaluate you directly. Hope this helps and best of luck. Robert Kratschmer, MD
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January 10, 2013
Answer: Bruising and blisters five weeks after Liposuction
Hello and thanks for the picture. The bruising is more thank likely what you said it is from, and should resolve on its own. In regards to the blistering, some patients are sensitive to the adhesive in the tape used to hold the dressings in place. It is not uncommon to have this reaction, and fortunately it resolves well on its own with local wound care. Some discoloration can occur from it, much like a road rash. I would contact your PS and request to see him and not his/her nurse. If you feel that the area is red, and you see streaking of the redness travel upwards, as well as feel more tenderness/warmth in the area, by all means contact your PS ASAP and get him/her to evaluate you directly. Hope this helps and best of luck. Robert Kratschmer, MD
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