I am having a skin only mini tummy tuck until LA tomorrow. I wasn't concerned until I spoke with the nurse and she said the injections can be quite painful. Just wondering if anyone had any experience in this and whether it varies from person to person or whether I should ask for sedation. If I do ask for sedation will it increase the time before I am allowed home thanks
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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...
At five weeks post op your incision appears to be healing appropriately. You can expect to see changes with your incision over the next twelve months as healing continues. There is no obvious signs of concern from the submitted photos.
