The tape used to cover my belly button after my tummy tuck has left a dark spot/ring. I've used alcohol, baby oil, peroxide etc. and nothing works to remove it. What can I do to remove this ugly dark spot from around my belly button? It looks like a large square.
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March 13, 2013
Answer: Treatment for dark scars after Cosmetic Surgery
Occasional pain after abdominoplasty is common, and it is not of concern unless it is severe and persistent. Presumably the type of pain you have is due to a stitch used to correct the diastasis cut through a little bit of abdominal muscle which then has to heal for several days. If...
Two suspects that can cause high blood pressure after surgery include pain, and adrenaline, which was given along with any local anesthetic that was used.
It is good to hear it is back to normal. Hopefully the hospital has suggested outpatient follow up for a few more blood pressure...
It sounds like you are happy with the result. Your surgeon may have used a technique you are not familiar with .Ask your doctors at your next appointment what was done. Congrats on your result.Thomas Narsete, M.D.
