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Burning/stinging Feeling Under Incision 1 Month Post-Op. Have I Torn Something??

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xochellieoxAug 13, 2011

I had a tummy tuck on July 5th. It went perfect! I healed well no pain and incision looks great! But I am now experiencing a burning and stinging feeling directly under the wound site when I move? Have a torn something? Thank you for any feedback in advance.

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Dr. Tom J. Pousti, MD
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