Is my (black encrusted) belly button normal for just over a week post op? (Photo)

It's hard to tell with your photos. It's either just blood and scabbing or its compromised blood supply and problems with healing.I know that sounds horrible. Compromised blood supply can lead to necrosis or death of tissue. It's not to different from an umbilical cord in a newborn. The tissue, if its not healthy, must be left alone to heal. Topical antibiotics are often used during the healing phase.The good news is that even in the worst situation it often heals well and looks pretty good. Remember, the belly button is mother natures scar. So we can expect it to be alright. Sometimes corrective surgery is necessary, but this is way too early for that.Most likely it's just blood and scabbing. That is the most likely situation. In this case it will heal and be normal.See your doctor for a check up. I'm sure it's going to be fine.Dr Chris Saunders

Your plastic surgeon is the best person to tell you if your belly button is scabbing or necrosing. It is hard to tell by looking the photos. if you think it is necrosis you should go inmediatly to your PS or to emergency. Good luck!

It is difficult to tell from your photos what is happening. This can be just crusted blood to skin necrosis. I would discuss this with your operative surgeon. Best of luck