19 days post opt panniculectomy and I’m not happy with the results as well as my belly button looks horrible and looks infected only wound care instructions I was given was take shower daily and let the soap and water fall on it. Will I still have these handles on the sides, will my belly button look deformed? How soon can I do a tummy tuck?
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September 4, 2018
Answer: Weight loss prior to surgery improves panniculectomy and body contouring outcomes
Thank you for your question. Based on your description, what you're experiencing is normal after a panniculectomy. The drainage you're seeing, especially the light amber color with sediment, is typical for fluid that accumulates during the healing process. Drains are placed to help remove this...
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Thank you for your question. I am sorry to hear about your challenges in recovery. From your picture, the uneven area appears to be swelling and edema, however pictures can be deceiving. The only way to tell a hematoma from simple swelling is an ultrasound.
Small hematomas can be...
Thank you for your question and photo! Without doing liposuction with your pannus removal unfortunately this is about it. Best of luck!Dr Dhaval Patel
Double Board Certifed
Plastic Surgeon
Chicago
Hoffman Estates
Oakbrook
Orland Park