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2 months post-op. My scar is healing well but it feels like there are lumps under it. How can I avoid a scar revision? (photos)

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Shantelle112May 19, 2019

I had a tummy tuck in March 27,2019 it is now May 19th and my scar is healing well but when I feel it I feel lumps under it . I would like to nip that issue in the butt so I wouldn’t have to get A scare revision later in the future .Also what should I use to lighten up my belly button ?!

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