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Tummy tuck recovery 9 answers

What is tummy tuck recovery generally like? If I get it done, what can I expect post-op care, checkups, pain? How long does complete recovery from a...

Leg Pain post-Tummy Tuck and Liposuction 8 answers

I had a Tummy Tuck with Liposuction 4 months ago. Two weeks later, I was in the I.C.U with a 32 inch blood clot and I had 6 surgical procedures to get...

How long after tummy tuck does pain and soreness usually last? 4 answers

I had a tummy tuck 2 weeks ago. The pain and soreness I feel at the top of my belly just below my chest is the most tender pain in the world. Is this...

Burning pain on incision after Tummy Tuck 2 answers

I am 9 months post op from Tummy Tuck. All went well with surgery and recovery. Last month, I suddenly began to have searing, burning pain just under...

Removing drainage hoses after Tummy Tuck painful? 7 answers

About the Tummy Tuck, how are the drainage hoses removed? Is it extremely painful?

Sleeping pills 3 weeks after Tummy Tuck? 5 answers

I had a Tummy Tuck 3 weeks ago. I'm completely off medication; but it's hard to sleep because I wake up in pain (but not enough to take drugs). Is it...

Sensitivity and burning after tummy tuck 4 answers

I am 7-8 weeks post op from a tummy tuck and am experiencing extreme senstivity, burning, shocking feelings throughout my abdomen, scar and pubic area...

Tummy Tuck Revision to fix belly button and bulge? 3 answers

I am 5 months post-op from Tummy Tuck, diastasis recti, and hernia repair. Not only do I look the same as I did pre-surgery, but now my belly button...

Tummy Tuck and C-section pain comparison? 6 answers

How much pain is involved with a Tummy Tuck as compared to a C-section?

Pain management from tummy tuck surgery 3 answers

I had a tummy tuck 3 yrs ago.  Last year i had lapascopy surgery on my tummy,  then I also had to have my gallblader removed.  One...

Tummy Tuck and Liposuction pain 3 answers

I had a Spinal Fusion surgery in 2006. I'll be having Tummy Tuck and Liposuction on my back hip area, and I'd like to know, will the pain be most...

Muscle pain and torn stitches after Tummy Tuck? 2 answers

I have 2 questions. First I want to know if muscle pain is normal and how long it should last. And I would also like to know if the 2 stitches that...

How to convince insurance company to cover tummy tuck? 11 answers

I went to see about a tummy tuck and the doctor said I was a good candidate to have it done. As soon as she heard of my insurance, she said no they do...

Pain 3 years after Tummy Tuck 5 answers

I have had my Tummy Tuck 3 years ago, and I woke up this morning with abdominal pain. It felt like the wire from the stitches that were loose, and I...

Can I use a TENS unit for nerve stimulation after tummy tuck? 3 answers

Can a TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) unit can be used for nerve stimulation and massaging after tummy tuck, and if so, does it help?

Will I get better after Tummy Tuck problems? 8 answers

Is it normal or am I supposed to have so much pain after Tummy Tuck? Will the numbness ever go away? Was it something I did that caused me to bleed so...

Will smoking marijuana affect Tummy Tuck surgery? 4 answers

Will smoking marijuana a week before surgery affect being put under? I suffer from chronic headaches and I'm not a normal full time user of marijuana,...

Pain level for Breast augmentation and Tummy Tuck? 3 answers

Will a Tummy Tuck and Breast augmentation be too much pain to handle?

Repairing reccurring incisional hernia with Tummy Tuck? 10 answers

I have a reccurring incisional hernia repair with mesh and severed right lower quadrant stomach muscle can this be repaired and a tummy tuck...

Can permanent vertical muscle suture from Tummy Tuck be removed? 2 answers

I had a painful pinch which suddenly "snapped" inside plus have pinching, itching and pain starting inbetween my breasts all the way down...

Insurance coverage on Tummy Tuck for relieving pain? 7 answers

Iam a female police officer, who has had three children. I am thinking about having a tummy tuck, because when I wear my gun belt, the loose skin...

What medications would I take after Tummy Tuck? 8 answers

What kinds of pain and/or antibiotics will I be on after my Tummy Tuck surgery? How long will I be on medication and does it vary for each...

Body aches and burning sensation after Tummy Tuck? 2 answers

I had a Tummy tuck five weeks ago along with a hysterectomy. Last night and today I have felt like I have the flu like body aches going on. It is only...

Severe pain after Tummy Tuck 2 answers

Following my Tummy Tuck, I had a severe pain that was not relieved at all by any pain meds & pain pump. This lasted for a week & a half. My plastic...

Severe pain after Liposuction and Tummy Tuck? 4 answers

I had a full Tummy tuck and Liposuction about eight days ago and am experiencing severe pain. The pain feels like needles are poking me in the stomach...

Normal to have pain after tummy tuck that isn't near incision? 2 answers

I had a TT on February 18th. The pain in the center of my stomach is the worst. Is this normal? I thought the pain would be in the lower belly...

Pain management after Tummy tuck 2 answers

I am desperate for help! I had Tummy Tuck 19 months ago and almost immediately began having a horrible burning sensation in my lower abdomen (but the...

Damaged Tummy Tuck results from exercise? 2 answers

I had a Tummy Tuck back in January and have had an uneventful recovery so far. I followed all my consultant's advice on wearing the support garment,...

Scar pain after abdominal surgery and tummy tuck for Crohn's 2 answers

I am 18 years old and at 5'9", I weigh 109lbs. I have a burning sensation down one side of my abdomen to the left of my tummy tuck scar, which is...

Ease pain without meds after Tummy Tuck and Lipo? 2 answers

I had Tummy Tuck and Lipo 6 weeks ago. What can I do to ease the pain, without meds? Should I continue wearing my binder? Thanks.

Is Tummy Tuck covered by insurance? 2 answers

I have bad back problems. My insurance covered a breast reduction and my upper back pain is gone! I feel like a new woman! Now, my focus is my lower...

Will abdominoplasty improve problems from hernia repair? 9 answers

45 year old mother of 5, with twins at 5lbs 14oz & 6lbs. 4oz. I'm having full abdominoplasty on 1/21/1010. I had an umbilical hernia repair and...

Thermage or Tummy Tuck after weight loss? 9 answers

I am 30 years old, 5'2" tall and lost approx 65 lbs 5 years ago. I work out five times a week and eat healthy. I don't have children so I don't...

Is Tummy tuck without muscle repair possible for weight loss patients? 11 answers

I've lost over 100 lbs. and want to get rid of this extra skin. I also want children. I've read about women who've gotten pregnant after a Tummy Tuck...

Neuromas after Tummy Tuck 2 answers

I've seen a pain specialist and had a nerve block to diagnose the pain I'm experiencing after Tummy Tuck. This doctor concluded that it was at...

Possible to undo muscle plication after tummy tuck? 4 answers

My wife had a Tummy Tuck 6 months ago. Unknown to her she had muscle repair. She had a permanent stitch removed at week 5 due to pain above her belly...

Tummy tuck to correct problems from multiple surgery scarring? 8 answers

Hi! My question is a little complicated. I have had several abdominal surgeries: 3 children/all c-section, 2 colon surgeries, hysterectomy, etc. My...

Tummy tuck pain vs Liposuction pain 9 answers

I am a 19-year old male from Norway. For years I've been unhappy with how my stomach looked. I finally made my decision to have a liposuction done....