This is a photo of one of my incision sites after surgical glue fell off (9 days). Is this "normal? " (Photo)

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I underwent surgery a week and the days ago. Since then, glue holding wounds closed has begun peeling and falling off. Today when the glue feel off this particular incision site, the attached picture is what I observed. Should I be concerned by the depth and opening size?

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Best to see the surgeon who preformed the surgery in person in a follow up visit for proper wound care///

J. Garrett Harper, MD · Answer

...it definitely separated.  May end up being a tad wider than would be ideal in the end, but give it at least 6 months to try and heal up beautifully on its own.

Emily J. Kirby, MD · Answer

Nine days is a bit early for skin glue to fall off.  It can fall off early with oily skin, lotion and ointments applied. The incision has opened up, but will heal over time.  If you are dissatisfied with the final appearance after it has healed, ask your surgeon what your options are.  It can likely be revised in the office under local anesthesia.

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