Black Spot Along Tummy Tuck Incision Necrosis or Just a Burn?

May 26, 2010
Asked By:Sonya1 in Boston

21 days post tummy tuck w/lipo. Smoke free before and after. I'm diabetic, sugars have been good before & better after, I got a black spot in top of insision. I get drained evry other day..no smell, drain from the scar daily, swelling has gone down. Should I visit my regular doctor?

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September 7, 2011

Answer: Necrosis

September 7, 2011

Answer: Necrosis

January 28, 2022

Answer: Necrosis

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January 28, 2022

Answer: Necrosis

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