3 wks post TT my belly button split and it has a quarter size hole. What should I be doing to take care of it?

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The doctor has me stuffing it with soacked gauze. Any other suggestions?

Navid Jallali, MB ChB (Hons), MD, FRCS (Plast) · Answer

It looks like your belly button has necroses which can occasionally happen. I would advice oral antibiotics, regular showering and dressing changes and anticipate that it will take about 6 weeks to heal. Best of luck.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Every surgeon has different post op care instructions, I would tell my patients to keep it dry and covered with gauze and not to apply any ointments. It will heal in time.best wishes.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear vwood002,this type of wound is not uncommon after tummy tuck. It is usually caused by poor blood flow. I would suggest you to consult your plastic surgeon, 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
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photograph.  The best treatment is to keep the area clean and  covered with a thick emollient like Aquaphor and a non-adherent gauze.  This will allow for your body to slowly heal itself from the inside-out.  I would maintain close contact with your surgeon to ensure no further healing issues.

Asaf Yalif, MD, FACS · Answer

It is best to follow your physicians' instructions. If you are unhappy with their recommended treatment protocol then it is best to discuss it directly with them.

Charles Nduka, MD · Answer

It would be best to have a non-adhesive covering for protection against infection. Each surgeon has his/her own protocols regarding post-op management and your surgeon would be your best resource of information regarding wound care.

Ven Erella, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Look like some healing issue. Keep it clean and cover with a non adherent gauze. Every physician has their preference of management. I recommend to follow your PS instructions for local wound care

3 wks post TT my belly button split and it has a quarter size hole. What should I be doing to take care of it?

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