Hello I'm 5 weeks post op tummy tuck no m repair - I was fully heeled so I started using silicon dressing however I noticed some yellow fluid so I took the dressing off and found a tiny opening on my incision line, my surgeon is in a different country to me, I've cleaned it with antiseptic spray and just put on one of those silver plasters .. Should I be worried ?
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It depends on your examination and how much skin needs to be excised but you are looking anywhere from $3000 to $5,000 in surgeon's fees. Please see a board certified PS who can examine you and go over your options.
Dear Quervacious,Thank you for your question. Your best choice would be to use Silicon sheets and keep compression with a garment for a least 6 month post-op . In case of developing keloid it is best treated with local injection of tricamcinolone which your PS would suggest you. Best wishes
Thank you for your question. It is not uncommon for patients to fear anesthesia and surgery. Facts are the risks are very low and comparatively the risk of driving your car and being in an unfortunate accident are higher. You should discuss this with your board-certified plastic surgeon who uses...