Penny size necrosis - conflicting comment about care has me confused. 6 wks post TT. (photos)

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I am 6 weeks post op and have been dealing with a penny size necrosis spot for 2weeks now. The surgeons nurse said it looked fine just cover it with gauze and it will get better. Saw my surgeon 3 days ago who cleaned it out and said put Neosporin on it and give it 2 weeks. My obgyn yesterday said clean it out, use peroxide for 3 days and let air get to it. What is the best way to clear this up?? Confused!

Peter Hyans, MD · Answer

All of the above will probably work.  Wounds like this are not that uncommon and usually heal within a few weeks.  Most importantly keep the area clean, wash your hands and wear gloves when dressing the wound. Best of luck,Dr. Hyans

Maximilian Malotky, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question Bunky1002.  I understand your confusion with multiple health care providers coming at you with different treatments.  The truth is, most superficial wounds like this will heal in an otherwise healthy person regardless of what you do.  The most important things are to keep it clean and follow your operating surgeon's wound care instructions.  Best of luck!

Dr. Max

Rahul Vemula, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Having wounds like this is not uncommon and and my surgeons have different ways of managing a problem like this. If you ask 5 different plastic surgeons, they will give you five different answers.

For problems like this, it is better to not have too many cooks in the kitchen so to speak. I would advise you to follow the instructions of your operating surgeon.

most of these heal with local wound care.

Best wishes!

Rahul Vemula, MD 
Double Board Certified Plastic And Reconstructive Surgeon.

George Commons, MD (retired) · Answer

Always best to follow only your surgeons direction.    Likely all three would work.   Wounds like this heal very well.   My Best,   Dr Commons

Penny size necrosis - conflicting comment about care has me confused. 6 wks post TT. (photos)

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Answer: Follow your surgeon's directions

Answer: Follow your surgeon's directions

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Penny size necrosis - conflicting comment about care has me confused. 6 wks post TT. (photos)

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