Plastic Surgery

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Are Blood Tests Mandatory Before Surgery? 19 answers

From reading other stories i was under the impression that i would have blood work done at my pre-surgical appointment. But when i went the nurse went...
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Can a Plastic Surgeon Fix Complications from Removal of Massive Tumor? 9 answers

I had a 80lb tumor removed causing my abdominal wall to weaken and 3 months later ended up getting a incision hernia that was fixed, but something...
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Should It Be a Red Flag if my Selected Plastic Surgeon Can't Provide Me with a Reference? 7 answers

Hello, I plan to have a tummy tuck soon and have met with 3 board certified PSs. The PS I selected was recommended to me by my OBGYN and he is very...
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What is an Abdominal "6-pack" Implant? 6 answers

I've seen a few cosmetic surgeon's websites that do abdominal "6-pack" implants--mainly for men--but I'd like to know more about the...
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Will Insurance Cover Removal of Extra Skin? 5 answers

I am 51 years old and used to weigh 280 lbs. Six years ago, I lost all the weight; now I weigh 100 lbs. i had 2 c-sections, a tubual ligation through...
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Do I Have to Remove my Acrylic Nails Before Plastic Surgery? 5 answers

This is sort of a strange question, i have acrylic nails and i know i have to remove all nail polish prior to surgery but what about my acrylic nails?...
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Mesh Vs. Alloderm to Repair Umbilical Hernia? 5 answers

I am in shape and thin, Im concerned that I would be able to feel this mesh or worse have complications from it! Would alloderm be a better...
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Repair of the Diastatis with Laparoscopic Approch? 4 answers

I have had one child but have a SMALL buldge in my lower abd. This is not a hernia and moves side to side when I bend sideways. It has been diagnosed...
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Risks if Umbilical Hernia Not Fixed? 3 answers

I have a small umbilical hernia and I'm wondering, are there any risks if I don't get it fixed? Also, if I choose not to do the repair, can I train my...
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What is the Difference Between a Resident and a Fellow Surgeon? 3 answers

Someone suggested i go to a fellow surgeon for a tummy tuck over a resident, what is the difference really?
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Surgery to Streamline Stomach After Small Bowl Resection 2 answers

I was diagnosed with caecal volvulus 2 years ago and underwent emergency surgery to remove my illium, this resulted in a 4 inch scar just above and to...
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Plastic Surgery to Correct Large Bulge in Left Abdominal Wall? 2 answers

I am male, 54 years old. I have a bulge from partial nephrectomy. sticks out about 4” x 8” x 10”. June tried a hernia repair, but...
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Extensive Hernia Repair, Panniculectomy and Breast Reduction at One Time? 2 answers

I have had 2 hernia repairs and now have another repair needed. I've considered during the hernia repair (mesh will need to go from side to side...
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Procedures for Excess Fat and Multiple Surgery Scars? 2 answers

What can be done with excess fat and multiple scars from C-section, appendix surgery, and gall bladder surgery?
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Large Hematoma In Abdomen Already Drained 4x- What Is My Next Step? 2 answers

At first someone told me it was a seroma. But, it is not and is a hematoma. It has been drained four times at least. And, is still huge. One doctor...
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Procedure for Dent Above Belly Button? 1 answer

I am a 21-year-old female and I had a child about 18 months ago. I weigh 125 lbs and I am 5'5". I didn't gain much weight while I was pregnant. I...
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Surgery for Visceral Fat Removal? 1 answer

My apron fat is ruining my back. I have tried to lose more weight, but my back is bad. Is there a safe surgical procedure to remove this apron fat?
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Plastic Surgery for Someone with a BMI of 40+? 1 answer

I'm still fairly young (early 20s). Most of my weight issues seem to be hereditary. I also have asthma, and have dealt with depression due to other...
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Can the "Flap" From my C-section be Fixed? 1 answer

Since my son's birth my weight has fluctuated a bunch (between 20 and 70 lbs) due to a suspected thyroid disorder and PCOS that my OB/GYN thinks...
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Is It Possible for the Transverse Abdominis to Stretch and Create a Belly Bulge? 1 answer

I'm wondering if its possible for the transverse abdominis to stretch and create a lower belly bulge whilst the rectus abdominis stays intact and...
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How Do You Fix a Ridge on Your Stomach Caused by an Umbilica Hernia?

When I was a new born I had an umbilical hernia and had surgery to get it fixed when I was five months old. Now that I am 16,I want to get the ridge...
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How Much Do I Save by Having Multiple Procedures?

I am figuring out my budget/time to plan a breast augmentation (quoted $4800), medial thigh lift (?), and abdominoplasty (quoted $5-8K). How much are...
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What Treatment is Available to Reduce/remove Abdominal Fat Pocket Following Hernia Surgery?

My surgeon had to cut my abdominal muscle during a 2nd hernia repair. I've now developed a fat pocket under the mesh. What options are available...
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