I had a Tummytuck done on 8/26. Post op complication of fluid, seroma, and infection. PS explored the incision site and drained fluid. Since then I've been probing and packing it. Multiple other sites have dehisced from degranulation. Now I have a large hardened area an inch above the umbilicus to an inch above incision. PS feels it's all fibrosis and applying US treatment. My concern is now about permanent changes and possible fat necrosis. Thank You
2 photos
Answers (5)
From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Tummy tucks are usually very tender to mildly/moderately painful for most patients especially when the muscles are tightened. A dramatic lessening of the pain results from the use of a painpump that feeds droplets of numbing medicine into the surgical site through threadlike catheters. A f...
Scars can stretch over time depending on the quality of skin and tension on the area. There are many scar treatments available to help minimize scarring. Our practice has found great results with the use of Embrace products for scarring.
By asking these questions you seem to realize that various medical issues can increase the risk associated with any operation. It appears that your cardiologist feels that with beta blockers you are otherwise cleared from his perspective. You also mention that you are anemic and...