I removed the tape from my incision and noticed some uneven healing on the sides. Will this go away? (Photo)

Even though your stitches have been removed your wound may not be completely sealed.  It would be best not to apply anything until the wound is sealed and you have the approval of your surgeon.  After the wound is sealed application of aloe vera should be safe.

This will definitely leave a scar but with proper care it may not be too bad. It takes about a year for the scar to mature, and after that time you can consider getting scar revision treatment. In the meantime, take care of it as your surgeon advises.

Thank you for your question. It is too early to know what your final results will be at only 5 days post op. I would certainly suggest that you give this some time (3-6 months) for the swelling to subside, but in the meantime, let your physician know about your concerns. Good luck.

When you stepped on the drain you may have pulled it out far enough that you have lost the seal. The drain tube actually has many small holes in it, all of which are supposed to be under  the skin, and only the portion with no holes should protrude outside. When a hole in the side...

Neither of these conditions would likely prevent you from having this surgery, but they can increase the risks.  Tummy Tuck has been associated with higher risk of blood clots than a breast augmentation, and is likely to have a greater impact on your ability to get around ("mobilize")...

Swelling normally takes a few weeks to subside. On average, most of the swelling goes away after about 3 months, and depending on the extent of surgery, this may even take up to 6 months. A full tummy tuck will involve a lengthier recovery period than a mini. During these weeks and months,...