Im 2 weeks PO. On Monday I noticed a small opening and a bad odor i remo ed the tape and went to my Dr, from Monday to today (Friday) is looking like this. Dr just gave me neosporin. Is this normal? Should I be worried? I cant take antibiotics because I break up in hives. Please opinions.
Answer: Tummy Tuck Wounds Thank you for your pictures. You have small wounds that need debridement. Typically, these wounds will heal with good and dedicated wound care.
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Answer: Tummy Tuck Wounds Thank you for your pictures. You have small wounds that need debridement. Typically, these wounds will heal with good and dedicated wound care.
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Answer: Wound after tummy tuck It's common to have some skin open up and usually heals in well with dressing changes. However, make sure your plastic surgeon is following you closely.
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Answer: Wound after tummy tuck It's common to have some skin open up and usually heals in well with dressing changes. However, make sure your plastic surgeon is following you closely.
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August 18, 2014
Answer: Wound separation good morning!@Sorry to hear (and see) you issue with your abdominoplasty healing. Looking at your photos, it appears tha you have a separation of your incision due to either marginal blood supply issues or an overly tight repair. The good news is that this is all completely fixable- the bad news is that it is going to take some time (several weeks) for the extent of the breakdown to "declare" itself and subsequently heal before a revision can be undertaken. The bad odor is a bit concerning and I would be sure your PS is aware of this. Also, I would ask your PS about the possibility of a more rigorous wound care regimen other than just neosporin- it may help with the odor you have and help combat any deeper infection.Please stay in close contact with your PS to be sure this does not degenerate into a more serious condition.I hope this helps.
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August 18, 2014
Answer: Wound separation good morning!@Sorry to hear (and see) you issue with your abdominoplasty healing. Looking at your photos, it appears tha you have a separation of your incision due to either marginal blood supply issues or an overly tight repair. The good news is that this is all completely fixable- the bad news is that it is going to take some time (several weeks) for the extent of the breakdown to "declare" itself and subsequently heal before a revision can be undertaken. The bad odor is a bit concerning and I would be sure your PS is aware of this. Also, I would ask your PS about the possibility of a more rigorous wound care regimen other than just neosporin- it may help with the odor you have and help combat any deeper infection.Please stay in close contact with your PS to be sure this does not degenerate into a more serious condition.I hope this helps.
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February 12, 2016
Answer: Wounds should heal up soon thanks for your question and the pictures. Sorry that you are having this delayed healing. Since you have the vertical and horizontal components, it can take a little longer to heal. I am guessing that the closure was fairly tight. Continue close follow up with your plastic surgeon. Best of Luck!
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February 12, 2016
Answer: Wounds should heal up soon thanks for your question and the pictures. Sorry that you are having this delayed healing. Since you have the vertical and horizontal components, it can take a little longer to heal. I am guessing that the closure was fairly tight. Continue close follow up with your plastic surgeon. Best of Luck!
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May 18, 2014
Answer: 2.5 weeks post-op TT - small opening and bad odor at incision site. I am sorry to hear about the complication you have experienced. These types of superficial separations can occur, and sometimes may “look worse, before it looks better”. In my opinion, the most important “factor” involved with successful treatment of the complication will be close follow-up with your plastic surgeon. He/she will be in the best position to monitor situation carefully. Infections should be ruled out and “foreign bodies” such as sutures that may prevent quick healing may be removed. The open wound should go on to heal over the course of the next several weeks, hopefully without long-term sequelae. Also, concentrate on a well-balanced ( good protein source) diet. Best wishes.
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May 18, 2014
Answer: 2.5 weeks post-op TT - small opening and bad odor at incision site. I am sorry to hear about the complication you have experienced. These types of superficial separations can occur, and sometimes may “look worse, before it looks better”. In my opinion, the most important “factor” involved with successful treatment of the complication will be close follow-up with your plastic surgeon. He/she will be in the best position to monitor situation carefully. Infections should be ruled out and “foreign bodies” such as sutures that may prevent quick healing may be removed. The open wound should go on to heal over the course of the next several weeks, hopefully without long-term sequelae. Also, concentrate on a well-balanced ( good protein source) diet. Best wishes.
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