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Foul Odor After Tummy Tuck?

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Mamabear1108Sep 17, 2013

I'm 8 days post op, mini tummy tuck/lipo/breast lift, and a few days ago noticed a gross smell coming from somewhere on my body. I only noticed when I my pants were down like undressing or going to the bathroom. But recently the smell has gotten SO bad I smell it 24/7 now.! It's enough to make you gag. My poor hubby slept on the couch last night it was so bad. I still have my drainage tubes in as well. Help??

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