8 months post op & belly button just started draining a bit of smelly fluid, what should I do?

May 22, 2023
Asked By:Ladybug914 in New Orleans, Louisiana

I had a tummy tuck with muscle repair 8 months ago, and recovery has been great, expect for now (8 months later) that my belly button is draining a little bit of fluid that doesn't smell that great, im scared!

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