Neosporin on tummy tuck opening?

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I have about an inch slit that hasn’t completely closed yet and it freaks me out. I’m 2.5 weeks post tummy tuck. My doc said to put hydrogen peroxide and then neosporine and cover up. Is that right or should I just let it be?

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

are very common and yours sounds like a typical problem  Your surgeon is monitoring your healing and if it worsens, you should contact your surgeon for further advice and reassurances you desire.  Your wound will not fall apart so don't fret about that.  Continuation of good wound care will assure that it will heal without further issues.

Brian Coan, MD, FACS · Answer

Congratulations on your recent surgery and thank you for sharing your question about your post operative recovery and results after your surgery.  Final results can take 6-12 months for all the swelling to subside.  At our office we actually see all of our surgery patients the very next day after surgery and then again at two weeks and beyond. We enjoy staying closely connected to our patients and enjoy giving the extra attention and service. Your concerns are important to discuss directly with your board certified plastic surgeon.  He or she will appreciate the open communication and will want to help you. I hope this is helpful and wish you all the very best.  Sincerely, Brian S. Coan, MD, FACS

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