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3 weeks post-op. Is something wrong with my belly button? It recently started leaking fluid, but doesn't hurt. (photos)

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Peaceful9281May 18, 2019

I had a tummy tuck 3 weeks ago, my scar and belly button were healing perfectly. Today my belly button started leaking fluid with like blood it doesn’t hurt but it wasn’t leaking before and I am concerned. Is this normal?

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Thanks for your question. I  have my patients wear a compression garment (faja) covering all treated areas 24/7 except to shower for 4 weeks post op.  This helps ontrol swelling as the compression on your tissues helps your body to reabsorb the edema fluid that accumulates in the tissues afte...

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Hello. Great question.  Thank you for your images. Your surgeon is correct by wanting to wait a few more weeks even months to examine your final results. You are still early in your recovery. Swelling may take up to six months to go down. Be patient. Keep following up with your surgeon. Good ...

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