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What Causes Yellow Discolouration At The Surgical Incision Site On The Face?

Posted on Tue, 13 Jun 2017

Question: Hello! I'm attaching an image of an excision site on the side of my face. I had what my dermatologist believed to be was an interdermal nevus removed this past Tuesday (four days ago). I had it removed by a plastic surgeon, who said he used internal dissolvable sutures and that the outside was closed with surgical glue and the piece of tape placed over it. I was told to leave the tape in place for one week and keep the area dry.

Just today i noticed some yellow coloration in the area aroud the tape....is that normal or is it anything to be concerned about??

Thank you for your help!!

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Yellow discolouration seems normal

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for being at HealthcareMagic
I have reviewed the attached photograph and can appreciate the yellow discolouration.
This is normal as a result of trauma to the skin during the surgery.
It will resolve in some days.
No need to worry.
Regards
Dr Asmeet

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