Should I be concerned about the tissue around my incision becoming hard? I'm 17 days post TT.

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I am 17 days post TT. My jp drain is still in place because I have had >30cc in a 24h period each day since 5/17. Yesterday I noticed that the skin above and below my incision is taut. There is no redness or tenderness. Afebrile. I plan to call my surgeon on Monday.

Joyce C. Chen, MD, MPH, FACS · Answer

Thank you so much for your question!  Yes, it can be normal for the area around your incision to be hard from scar and some fat necrosis.  I would recommend checking in with your own surgeon too.  Hope this helps...best of luck!
Sincerely,
Joyce C. Chen, MD, MPH, FACS

Neal Handel, MD · Answer

That sounds like normal postoperative edema (swelling) and induration around the incision. It also sounds like your drains may be ready to come out. Seventeen days is a long time for drains to remain in place.

Steven Turkeltaub, MD · Answer

Though you didn't provide any photos, it sounds like what you are experiencing is just normal swelling post tummy tuck surgery. Typically, this can maximize at 2 - 3 months then subside over several months - taking up to a year for maximal resolution.You should follow up closely with your surgeon and any concerns that you have - ask him/her.Steven Turkeltaub, MD

Arun Rao, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Scar tissue and swelling can cause the tissue to be firm along the incision. It is always best to check with your surgeon to make sure they are happy with your progress. Best of luck.

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