Meeting with my dr weekly. 3weeks3days po. He hasn’t done anything yet but has me on antibiotics, silfadiazine cream, and Vaseline. I’m hoping when I see him tomorrow he will do something.
Answer: Wounds Hi brodybret,I'm sorry to see your wounds are healing slowly. It appears that your wounds will need continued care. I usually see my patients every 2-3 days until i'm confident that things will heal well. Please continue to see your surgeon and follow their instructions. I'm sure you will do fine.Best,Dr. B
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Answer: Wounds Hi brodybret,I'm sorry to see your wounds are healing slowly. It appears that your wounds will need continued care. I usually see my patients every 2-3 days until i'm confident that things will heal well. Please continue to see your surgeon and follow their instructions. I'm sure you will do fine.Best,Dr. B
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Answer: Post abdominoplasty necrosis Hello:Necrosis of the abdominoplasty flap is a well recognized problem. Unfortunately, it happens from time to time and everyone is sorry for this outcome, even those that had nothing to do with it. Fortunately, After the wound is debrided, it usually heals in with a well vascularized scar which can be revised in the office under local anesthesia, if necessary. Sometimes, it can be closed primarily. It will screw up your social calendar and sometimes increase your time away from work and fun. But hang in there. Stick with your plastic surgeon who has a vested interest in your improvement. It/you will get better in the end.
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Answer: Post abdominoplasty necrosis Hello:Necrosis of the abdominoplasty flap is a well recognized problem. Unfortunately, it happens from time to time and everyone is sorry for this outcome, even those that had nothing to do with it. Fortunately, After the wound is debrided, it usually heals in with a well vascularized scar which can be revised in the office under local anesthesia, if necessary. Sometimes, it can be closed primarily. It will screw up your social calendar and sometimes increase your time away from work and fun. But hang in there. Stick with your plastic surgeon who has a vested interest in your improvement. It/you will get better in the end.
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June 5, 2018
Answer: Tummy tuck incision Dear brodybret,this type of wound is not uncommon after tummy tuck. It is usually caused by poor blood flow. I would suggest you to consult your plastic surgeon, follow your surgeon's instructions and keep your wound clean and covered. It can take few weeks or months for wound to fully heal. Daniel Barrett, MD
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June 5, 2018
Answer: Tummy tuck incision Dear brodybret,this type of wound is not uncommon after tummy tuck. It is usually caused by poor blood flow. I would suggest you to consult your plastic surgeon, follow your surgeon's instructions and keep your wound clean and covered. It can take few weeks or months for wound to fully heal. Daniel Barrett, MD
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June 5, 2018
Answer: Necrosis battle after tummy tuck surgery? Although I understand your concerns, sometimes it is best to "do nothing" and allow the dark tissue (as long there is no sign of infection) to serve as a "biologic band aid". You may be pleasantly surprised once the eschar lifts and the underlying tissues are healthy. Sometimes, when the eschar lifts, wounds look "worse before they look better"; some patients benefit from dressing changes for a period of time. Overall, I think that the area of involvement in your case is quite small and you should do very well long-term. Best wishes.
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June 5, 2018
Answer: Necrosis battle after tummy tuck surgery? Although I understand your concerns, sometimes it is best to "do nothing" and allow the dark tissue (as long there is no sign of infection) to serve as a "biologic band aid". You may be pleasantly surprised once the eschar lifts and the underlying tissues are healthy. Sometimes, when the eschar lifts, wounds look "worse before they look better"; some patients benefit from dressing changes for a period of time. Overall, I think that the area of involvement in your case is quite small and you should do very well long-term. Best wishes.
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June 5, 2018
Answer: Healing of necrotic tissue It appears the area that is very red is trying to establish more blood vessels to repair the necrotic area. You have some mild area of skin necrosis which should be cleansed and debrided. The area of partial necrosis may develop some fat necrosis which will cause the tissues to harden. Time will be the determining factor. The tissues will define what's viable to what is not. You should continue to use silvadene as well as have your doctor trim the necrotic tissue. Waiting for the necrotic tissue to fall off will delay healing. Hope this helps. Dr. Chu
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June 5, 2018
Answer: Healing of necrotic tissue It appears the area that is very red is trying to establish more blood vessels to repair the necrotic area. You have some mild area of skin necrosis which should be cleansed and debrided. The area of partial necrosis may develop some fat necrosis which will cause the tissues to harden. Time will be the determining factor. The tissues will define what's viable to what is not. You should continue to use silvadene as well as have your doctor trim the necrotic tissue. Waiting for the necrotic tissue to fall off will delay healing. Hope this helps. Dr. Chu
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