Will this incision separation with slough heal well or do I need debridement? (Photos)

March 29, 2019
Asked By:Luminous4916 in Long Beach, CA

I am 23 days p/o. 4 days ago my vertical incision started to split. I went right in to my PS. He has me using triple antibiotic ointment with gauze twice a day. My concern is the amount of slough. I asked him and he said to keep doing what I’m doing. Will the wound heal without removing the slough? Note, I do not smoke, I am in regular contact with my PS, and I am following his instructions.

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March 30, 2019

Answer: Wound separation

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March 30, 2019

Answer: Wound separation

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March 31, 2019

Answer: Delayed Wound Healing

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March 31, 2019

Answer: Delayed Wound Healing

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