Is this bruising normal for 3 days post op for Tummy Tuck? (photos)

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I am 3 days post op for Tummy Tuck. I just saw my incision for the first time today and I noted that the right side is very discolored and bruised. Does this appear to be within normal limits? Kind of scared me when I saw it but hoping it's within normal limits. Thanks in advance for you thoughts.

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

Thank you for your pictures. This type of resume can occur with a tummy tuck. This appears to be normal bruising. Your Lovenox may have contributed to this. I would immediately contact your plastic surgery. Good luck.Earl Stephenson Jr MD DDS FACS

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Be seen immediately by your surgeon to evaluate this situation... Being on a "blood thinners" could cause your problem. You need medical care...

Benjamin Chu, MD, FACS · Answer

The extent of bruising after an abdominoplasty is excessive.  It mainly occurs as a result of blood thinners or liposuction without a compressive garment after abdominoplasty.  Where there is a lot of bruising you may expect a lot more firmness, swelling and induration.  This will prolong healing as blood in the tissues causes a lot of inflammation.  You should discuss this with your plastic surgeon.

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