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

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I am 9 days post op. I went in at day 6 and got more tape out over the incision. I was instructed to take the tape off today. After removing the tape I've noticed some uneven healing on the sides. It seems like a ledge above the incision and a couple of bumps. Will this go away??

Robert F. Centeno, MD, FACS · Answer

The ridges of your incision are caused by the closure technique which is used to give you a good long term result. Eversion of the skin edges is done on purpose is a good thing in the long term. The incision flattens out with time leaving a finer scar.  The wrinkles are caused by redistribution of the skin and also resolves with time.  This happens when you match a long upper incision to a short lower incision. You appear to be healing quite nicely.  Your surgeon did a very good job. Best wishes on your recovery.

Allen Gabriel, MD, FACS · Answer

It’s too early at this point to jump to any
conclusions.Scars mature over a 1-2
year period.I would follow up with your
plastic surgeon as he/she can guide you better through this healing phase.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

It's too early to worry about any contour problems. Was visible the picture is seen from time to time after in abdominoplasty and  should improve as time passes.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Should resolve but ALWAYS best to see your surgeon in person for detailed follow up visits. There ALL your questions can be addressed...

Constance M. Barone, MD · Answer

It is too early to tell but most of the time incsions such as yours heal fine.   It is not uncommon to have uneven edges.   Best to you

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

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

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