I've seen photos where the plastic surgeon places drains in the mons area, others where it's along the incision, cases where there is only one, sometimes two... Is it surgeon preference? Patient dictated? Is one location better than another for removal post op or for post op pain? Thanks so much for your response!
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There can be a number of factors that lead to a small hole in an incision. 1. When dissolveable sutures are used, you can end up with a small stitch abscess that can drain a small amount and can cause an opening.2. You can have a small inclusion cyst. This occurs when cells from the ou...
Thank you for your question, and congratulations on your recent surgery. Do know, the healing of your scar will take more time, and redness this early into your recovery is normal. It would be best advised to consult with your surgeon to discuss scar massage techniques or the usage of...
Tummy Tuck surgery is an extensive procedure often done under general anesthesia. Health must be optimized prior to this elective procedure. For patients with diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea and other chronic health problems, we often have the patient see a local internal medicine doc...