Puss out of belly button after tummy tuck. Is this normal? (Photo)

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I'm scared of how my belly button looks I had a full TT 2.5 weeks ago is this normal??

Larry Weinstein, MD · Answer

Wash the area with Dove soap and water in the shower twice a day and apply Bacitracin. Call your Doc for his advise

Gary Lawton, MD, FACS · Answer

This is the result of the way the tummy tuck operation affects the blood supply to the belly button.  In the end, it should be fine.  It will require some close follow up from your surgeon.  This is not pus so don't worry.

Sanjiv Kayastha, MD · Answer

It looks like you may have some small areas of skin that did not survive. This can happen with any tummy tuck. Usually these areas heal very well with simple wound care. Please see your doctor right away so that they can examine you. They will determine whether or not you have an infection and what treatment your require.

M. Dean Vistnes, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Schedule an appointment with your plastic surgeon for his advise in evaluation. An in person exam is always better than online advise. Good luck. Dean Vistnes.

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