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Black skin patch near belly button? (Photo)

Got my tummy tuck surgery done 2 weeks back. I had dark patch near my belly button. It still have no effect. My surgeon says it will go off on its own. I am afraid if any scar will be left

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Dr. Jonathan Saunders, MD
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