TT & lipo. 8 days post-op. Skin irritated around entire incision (see pic) It's very uncomfortable. Before I took pic's I had applied cicalfate around the incision. This is making it look a bit shiny and you can see the cream is white. I did not put any directly on incision. Any suggestions on helping this heal? My waist measurements is 4 inches bigger then before surgery! Is that normal? When determining size of bonito to order, do I go by current measurevent or pre-surgery measurement?
Answer: Irritation from Compression Garment Thanks for your question and posting photos.
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Answer: Compression garment Based on your picture it looks like the garment might be irritating your skin, don't wear it directly on the skin, put a cotton t-shirt then the garment for protection, avoid the creams 8 days post op consult with your PS for his or her instructions every surgeon has different post op care instructions, best of luck.
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Answer: Compression garment Based on your picture it looks like the garment might be irritating your skin, don't wear it directly on the skin, put a cotton t-shirt then the garment for protection, avoid the creams 8 days post op consult with your PS for his or her instructions every surgeon has different post op care instructions, best of luck.
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November 16, 2017
Answer: Irritation around incision, swelling and compression garment Thank you for your question. Swelling in the first week after liposuction is quite common. It's best to follow your surgeons specific advice post-operatively. We typically have our patients wear compression garments on the areas we did liposuction to help the skin and underlying tissues re-adhere as well as reduce swelling. However, if you garments are too tight they can restrict lymphatic drainage and blood flow leading to more swelling and complications. Redness, swelling, heat, and pain are all signs of infection. While you only report a couple of these, infections are a big deal and should be addressed immediately when present. Best is to discuss specifically with the operating surgeon so that he /she can take a look.
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November 16, 2017
Answer: Irritation around incision, swelling and compression garment Thank you for your question. Swelling in the first week after liposuction is quite common. It's best to follow your surgeons specific advice post-operatively. We typically have our patients wear compression garments on the areas we did liposuction to help the skin and underlying tissues re-adhere as well as reduce swelling. However, if you garments are too tight they can restrict lymphatic drainage and blood flow leading to more swelling and complications. Redness, swelling, heat, and pain are all signs of infection. While you only report a couple of these, infections are a big deal and should be addressed immediately when present. Best is to discuss specifically with the operating surgeon so that he /she can take a look.
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November 16, 2017
Answer: Allergic reaction You very much for this interesting question. Two things, first of all the skin around the wound seems to be showing an allergic reaction, a dermatitis. This can be due to a substance applied onto the skin during or after the surgery. Check for other areas on your body. As it regards to the swelling do not worry the combination of lipo and a tummy tuck will result in early postoperative swelling which will go down. If you are unsure I would advise you to consult your plastic surgeon. Have a wonderful rest of the day and greetings from the beautiful island of Jamaica.
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November 16, 2017
Answer: Allergic reaction You very much for this interesting question. Two things, first of all the skin around the wound seems to be showing an allergic reaction, a dermatitis. This can be due to a substance applied onto the skin during or after the surgery. Check for other areas on your body. As it regards to the swelling do not worry the combination of lipo and a tummy tuck will result in early postoperative swelling which will go down. If you are unsure I would advise you to consult your plastic surgeon. Have a wonderful rest of the day and greetings from the beautiful island of Jamaica.
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November 16, 2017
Answer: Post surgical rash at the incision site The rash that you see is a contact dermatitis and comes from something that was on your skin. It might be the prep solution, especially if it was one that has an adhesive in it to give a long term antibiotic effect. Or it could be something that was placed to finish your wound closure that has an adhesive. Sometime latex gloves will cause this type of rash if you are latex allergic and someone touched you with latex gloves. Occasionally wet dressing against your skin will cause this problem If it is itchy you can take Benadryl to help with that. I don't know the cream you are putting on your skin so can't comment. Often contact dermatitis persists for weeks, no matter what you do.See if your plastic surgeons office can help, or see a dermatologist for some symptomatic treatment.
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November 16, 2017
Answer: Post surgical rash at the incision site The rash that you see is a contact dermatitis and comes from something that was on your skin. It might be the prep solution, especially if it was one that has an adhesive in it to give a long term antibiotic effect. Or it could be something that was placed to finish your wound closure that has an adhesive. Sometime latex gloves will cause this type of rash if you are latex allergic and someone touched you with latex gloves. Occasionally wet dressing against your skin will cause this problem If it is itchy you can take Benadryl to help with that. I don't know the cream you are putting on your skin so can't comment. Often contact dermatitis persists for weeks, no matter what you do.See if your plastic surgeons office can help, or see a dermatologist for some symptomatic treatment.
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