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.
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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