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Does this look like a healthy open wound? (Photos)

August 23, 2018
Asked By:lolo7806 in Florence, AL

My nipple was very hard and black after my reduction.. The scalp came off and it had a foul smell. Went to the doctor yesterday and my PS got all the scalp and dead tissue out of the wound. It hasn't been 24 hrs and it seems like it's turning back black. I'm worried, Please help!. (Photos)

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