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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May 20, 2019
Answer: 3 weeks post-op. Is something wrong with my belly button? It recently started leaking fluid, but doesn't hurt.
You are still in the recovery period from surgery and swelling is common at this phase. I recommend discussing your concerns with your surgeon who can examine you to rule out complications. As you notice an improvement with your binder, it is likely normal swelling from increased activity.
A mini scar tummy tuck (Tt), which I helped to pioneer, suction’s out fat, tightens muscle but does not tighten skin. A moderate scar tt is the above with a slightly longer incision so some skin can be removed. (Please see the mini scar tummy tuck video on our page.) I developed the Malibu tt (...
Swelling is common and expected at this phase of healing. Swelling can persist for several weeks yet and it takes 9-12 months for you to see your final results from surgery. I know it is hard to be patient, but more time is needed to see if any further intervention is needed. Until then I en...
