I just changed the tape on my incision and noticed that there is a small hole that's yellowish I'm wondering if it ok to put tape back on it or should I let it get some air. I'm kinda worried but can't get in touch with my ps until Monday
March 25, 2014
Answer: Maybe suture extrusion Dear jeanette,At 4 weeks after your surgery, a small opening in the incision is likely a suture extrusion (knot spitting). Your surgeon can take a look and try and remove the suture knot. In the meantime you should contact his/her office to see how they want you to manage the site. I suspect they will want you to leave it open to air.All the best,Dr. Remus Repta
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March 25, 2014
Answer: Maybe suture extrusion Dear jeanette,At 4 weeks after your surgery, a small opening in the incision is likely a suture extrusion (knot spitting). Your surgeon can take a look and try and remove the suture knot. In the meantime you should contact his/her office to see how they want you to manage the site. I suspect they will want you to leave it open to air.All the best,Dr. Remus Repta
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March 26, 2014
Answer: Small opening in my incision 4 weeks post op In general, it looks like it will be fine - it's hard to tell from a photo (with the level of certainty you'd like) but things like this are common after a tummy tuck. I would probably advise a patient of mine with this issue to keep the area covered with a non-stick bandage (like the inner part of a band aid) and schedule an appointment to come in and be seen in person. I'm assuming that you don't have anything going on, like fever, chills, sweats, drainage, etc.That being said, I would also not advise that you wait for several days to speak with your PS. Most likely, there is someone covering your PS while he or she is away and the most prudent course would be to contact that surgeon and see if there is a different recommendation from the above.I hope that this helps and good luck,Dr. E
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March 26, 2014
Answer: Small opening in my incision 4 weeks post op In general, it looks like it will be fine - it's hard to tell from a photo (with the level of certainty you'd like) but things like this are common after a tummy tuck. I would probably advise a patient of mine with this issue to keep the area covered with a non-stick bandage (like the inner part of a band aid) and schedule an appointment to come in and be seen in person. I'm assuming that you don't have anything going on, like fever, chills, sweats, drainage, etc.That being said, I would also not advise that you wait for several days to speak with your PS. Most likely, there is someone covering your PS while he or she is away and the most prudent course would be to contact that surgeon and see if there is a different recommendation from the above.I hope that this helps and good luck,Dr. E
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