I am 3 1/2 weeks post op tummy tuck and my incision by the pubic area has not closed . My doctor used nylon stitches to re suture the wound and 4 days later one of the stitches came off and once again the wound is open I am worried and frustrated, why is this happening ? I attached a photo of the wound, does it look like a healthy wound? Is it healing?
June 22, 2015
Answer: Tummy Tuck Thanks for your question. It is evident from the photo you submitted that the wound is open. There are several factors that can cause this, including infection, seroma, strenuous activity, etc. Please return to your plastic surgeon for evaluation. All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL
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June 22, 2015
Answer: Tummy Tuck Thanks for your question. It is evident from the photo you submitted that the wound is open. There are several factors that can cause this, including infection, seroma, strenuous activity, etc. Please return to your plastic surgeon for evaluation. All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL
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June 22, 2015
Answer: Dr derby sang This is not a normal wound healing situation ,but it can happen and better if it can be resolved and most likely will not affect your final results.it is important to consult your surgeon what is the best way to go. Most likely it is only wound care and if in 6 months the spot is a bit wider you can do a small scar reduction to improve it.best of luck
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June 22, 2015
Answer: Dr derby sang This is not a normal wound healing situation ,but it can happen and better if it can be resolved and most likely will not affect your final results.it is important to consult your surgeon what is the best way to go. Most likely it is only wound care and if in 6 months the spot is a bit wider you can do a small scar reduction to improve it.best of luck
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