This is at 22 days post op. The scar was about bruised alot in the beginning I over stretched, I wore my compression garment for the first time today since I know longer have my drain. It just started looking this way is this normal? I feel like I hurt myself, I got my tt out of the country. Please help :( I've been applying iodine since then and last picture is how it looks now, also my belly button looks irritated what can I apply at this point?
Answer: Ischemia of the tummy tuck skin You have ischemia of the tummy tuck skin flap which most often occurs just above the incision on the pubic area. It is the area of the abdominal skin flap that is furthest from the blood supply which is coming from the flanks. You should remove the binder and place Silvadene cream to protect the skin. Avoiding pressure on the skin flaps will maximize blood flow to this area. Additional pressure may worsen the flow of blood to this area and should be avoided until the skin blood flow improves. Do not move around too much or straighten up too much as tension on the skin will diminish blood flow. As your tummy skin recovers the blood flow will improve. You may experience some superficial skin slough. That's why Silvadene cream can help to heal any blistered areas. Hope this helps. You should have a Plastic Surgeon monitor your wound.
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Answer: Ischemia of the tummy tuck skin You have ischemia of the tummy tuck skin flap which most often occurs just above the incision on the pubic area. It is the area of the abdominal skin flap that is furthest from the blood supply which is coming from the flanks. You should remove the binder and place Silvadene cream to protect the skin. Avoiding pressure on the skin flaps will maximize blood flow to this area. Additional pressure may worsen the flow of blood to this area and should be avoided until the skin blood flow improves. Do not move around too much or straighten up too much as tension on the skin will diminish blood flow. As your tummy skin recovers the blood flow will improve. You may experience some superficial skin slough. That's why Silvadene cream can help to heal any blistered areas. Hope this helps. You should have a Plastic Surgeon monitor your wound.
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April 26, 2018
Answer: #tummytuck #abdominoplasty #liposuction Congratulations on your recent surgery and thank you for sharing your question about your post operative recovery and results after your surgery. Final results can take 6-12 months for all the swelling to subside. At our office we actually see all of our surgery patients the very next day after surgery and then again at two weeks and beyond. We enjoy staying closely connected to our patients and enjoy giving the extra attention and service. Your concerns are important to discuss directly with your board certified plastic surgeon. He or she will appreciate the open communication and will want to help you. I hope this is helpful and wish you all the very best. Sincerely, Brian S. Coan, MD, FACS
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April 26, 2018
Answer: #tummytuck #abdominoplasty #liposuction Congratulations on your recent surgery and thank you for sharing your question about your post operative recovery and results after your surgery. Final results can take 6-12 months for all the swelling to subside. At our office we actually see all of our surgery patients the very next day after surgery and then again at two weeks and beyond. We enjoy staying closely connected to our patients and enjoy giving the extra attention and service. Your concerns are important to discuss directly with your board certified plastic surgeon. He or she will appreciate the open communication and will want to help you. I hope this is helpful and wish you all the very best. Sincerely, Brian S. Coan, MD, FACS
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