What should I do about a cough and phlegm during first week after tummy tuck? (photo)

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Cough and phlegm in the chest and throat in the first week Of my tummy tuck and now I don't know what to do the nurse told me Clean the wound with alcohol and wear a inside of the faja a light t-shirt and don't use Gazas o 14/12/13 I have appointment until 30 and I have to do somenthing please

George C. Peck, Jr, MD · Answer

A cough may be related to a medical condition.A cough may be related to smoking or 2nd hand smoke.A cough with sputum may be related to an upper or lower respiratory infection. If you have a fever and a productive cough, you should see a doctor asap as you may have a pneumonia.A cough may be related to atelectasis (non moving lung tissue) after surgery.A cough may be related to a post nasal drip.Bottom line: Consult with a doctor or your plastic surgeon ESPECIALLY if your signs and symptoms persist or get worse.Best wishes

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Demand to be seen by the operative surgeon! You deserve in person follow up. Who was your surgeon and at what Clinica did you have your surgery??

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