I had a tummy tuck 5 weeks ago , I’ve been using Cica tape for the past 3 weeks, today I noticed the right side of the incision is a little red and kind of open, should I stop putting the tape? Is it infected ?
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It is usually advisable to have a tummy tuck after you are done having children. However, life happens and occasionally a patient will get pregnant after having had a tummy tuck. The tummy tuck should not cause any problems with the pregnancy but the skin and muscles of the abdomen...
Meralgia Paresthetica is caused by compression/irritation of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve. It emerges at the inguinal ligament and supplies sensation to the lateral upper leg. A tummy tuck incision could be in this area and cause irritation. However sometimes excess skin or a tight belt...
Thank you very much for all the informations, seems for me that we are dealing with some type of allergic reaction, must be address by your PS and don't worry i am very sure that he will give you a good explanation of your concern. I wish you the best and good luck !
