Is it normal for parts of my incision to bleed?

Question

I am 4 weeks post OP tummy tuck and lipo and some parts of my incision keep bleeding! I'm still very swollen not sure if the swelling is putting to much pressure on my scar?

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear rierie89,
4 weeks after surgery your incision should be healed and there shouldn't be any bleeding. I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment. Only after thorough examination you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello. Great question. It is not normal for your incision to bleed 4 weeks post op. However, with out any pictures or an in person examination it is difficult to provide a proper assessment to your concerns. Please follow up with your surgeon as he is the one monitoring your post op recovery.

Ajaya Kashyap, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.It is difficult to say what this "bleeding" is without any photographs. It is most likely some serous fluid mixed with old blood coming out from between the sutures. You should have your Plastic surgeon examine you to make sure that there is nothing concerning. All The Best !

Pejman Aflaki, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for the question. It's a unusual to have bleeding form the incision 4 weeks out. I would suggest that you see your surgeon for an evaluation. Best,

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Bleeding at 4 weeks post op should be examined by your surgeon.  If it is small areas where perhaps a small scab has come loose then there is typically no cause for concern.  As it's better to err on the side of caution, I recommend speaking to your surgeon about this situation.

Mark Soldin, MBChB · Answer

Many thanks for your queryIt is odd for bleeding to occur 4 weeks after surgery - blood collection under the skin can lead to delayed ooze, infection, excessive trauma such as exercise can also cause this. I suggest that you see your surgeon soon.BestMark

Charles Nduka, MD · Answer

The best course of action would be to schedule an appointment with your board certified plastic surgeon as he knows your condition best. It is uncommon for 4 weeks post op to be bleeding.

Kristin A. Boehm, MD · Answer

It's hard to say if your bleeding is normal without additional details and photos.  Small, pinpoint bleeding may occur if there had previously been scab or a spitting suture.  A large amount of bleeding would be unusual this far post op.  I recommend seeing your surgeon to assess the situation and determine if any intervention is necessary.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

At four weeks you should not be bleeding and should not be too swollen. Perhaps you have a hematoma or old blood clot that is trying to drain. I would suggest going back to your surgeon and being checked.

Chad Robbins, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.   It isn't normal to be bleeding from your incision 4 weeks post op, I recommend meeting with your PS for an evaluation.

Is it normal for parts of my incision to bleed?

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