Hi I am 13 days post miny tummy tuck I only had excess skin removed as my muscle one is old and I didn't require any lipo of any kind. I had the procedure done under local and evening went smoothly just wondering how long it I likely for any swelling to subside. My scar I healing well :)
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I do this procedure in my office with oral sedation and use small canulae to injection the numbing solution. Most patients do very well with the process.
With dark watery blood, you have some tissue fluid still present, and it is dark because of recent surgery. It is actually good for it to drain. Please keep the area clean and covered and let your surgeon know.
You are still early in your recovery from your mini tummy tuck. It can take several months for you to see your final results. If you do not see improvement of the crease that concerns you you may need to consider revision in the future. I encourage you to speak to your surgeon about your...
