Wound Dehiscence After Brachioplasty? (photo)

July 22, 2013
Asked By:Grisyaya

I am 1 week 4 days post op. exactly one week post op a lil hole opened in my right arm pit area.. I'm very concerned and have no idea how to take care of this. Should I be concerned? Do I need stitches? There is no bad odor

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July 30, 2013

Answer: Delays in wound healing.

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Answer: Delays in wound healing.

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July 28, 2013

Answer: Wound Dehiscence After Brachioplasty?

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