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This drain site looks like it has been infected prior to the drain being removed. It looks like it's healing, but it has some necrotic or dead tissue. You should follow up with your surgeon to clean the tissue to help it heal faster.
Try to keep it dry as much as possible, I suggest you follow up with your PS at this point every surgeon has different post op care instructions.
Dear Laura028,this type of wound is not uncommon after tummy tuck. It is usually caused by a stitch. I would suggest you to follow your surgeon's instructions and keep your wound clean and covered. It can take few weeks or months for wound to fully heal. Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery
Hello Laura028 - Based on your photos you should follow up with your plastic surgeon. It could be nothing but an in person exam is best.
Hi dear, Thanks for the questions. I recommend you to follow up with your plastic surgeon, probably is not something to worry about but is better to prevent. I hope this advice helps you. Best wishes.- Manuel Belén, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
The PS who performs your BBL will provide you with a compression garment or suggest the one his/her practice prefers that you purchase. Follow those post-operative guidelines for best results.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
Dear benedek87,your garment should be tight but not too tight to cause discomfort. But every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS Certified, American B...
I recommend you visit your PS asap to follow up on his or her instructions to be able to prevent any infection or any other complications.
You are early in the healing phase you have to give it some time to settle,this can take up to 6 weeks for it loose some volume and you will see results in about 3 months,consult with your PS to discuss your concerns.
Dear benedek87,swelling after liposuction is very common and it can last for weeks.Also, gravity plays a significant role in swelling migration, so you can expect your knees to be swollen after thigh liposuction. If you are concerned, I would suggest you to consult your plastic surgeon. Daniel B...
Thank you for your question and photos. Based on this single view photo, you had a square shaped buttocks before and after your BBL. The sculpting of the back looks good, but unfortunately the buttock’s shape is altered minimally. A BBL procedure is as much a technical as an artistic op...
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