I just had a Tummy tuck on March 16th. Is it normal to have nose bleeds and a lil blood in my spit?

I would find it hard to believe that this can be due to your surgery since its almost 2 weeks out from your operation. However, in order to better determine why this would be occurring there are A LOT more questions that need to be answered. Since your plastic surgeon hopefully already knows you well you should strongly consider calling him to discuss your symptoms and concerns. He may want you to see a specialist. You should definitely investigate these symptoms sooner rather than later. Wish you all the best!Ankur Mehta MD

Dear Ms. Dmatos22,Thank you for your information and questions. Yes, as, this is unusual.Nothing substitutes for a personal evaluation, a review of your medical history/medications and a face to face discussion of your bleeding problems.I would ask your Plastic Surgeon.I trust you have chosen a Plastic Surgeon who is experienced and Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. In addition ideally a members of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (denoting by membership as having met additional criteria and a focus on Cosmetic Plastic Surgery).I wish you my best and success,R. A. Hardesty, MD, FACSDiplomate and Certified by the Am. Bd. of Plastic Surgerywwwimagineplasticsurgery.com4646 Brockton AveRiverside, Ca 92506(951) 686-7600

Thank you for your question.  If you are seeing blood when you spit and when you blow your nose, it is likely the result of the breathing tube placed for your surgery.  If it does not appear to be improving, best to discuss this with your surgeon.