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How Can I Get a Fast Recovery from Plastic Surgery?

 about to get a plastic surgery procedure...in just a few weeks...what can i do to make recovering from it less difficult and slow?

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Taking NSAIDs Post-op

I was told to avoid NSAID's during the post-op period. Were they referring to the immediate post-op period or is it okay to take them weeks after the...

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Diarrhea Problems Post-procedure

Has anyone had problems with diarrhea post-op? I wonder if that's normal, or part of the body getting rid of any fluid left behind. My doctor just...

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What is a Wound "VAC"?

My PS mentioned that I would be sent home with a wound vac. In the midst of all of my other questions, I failed to ask more about the "vac"....

3 doctor answers

Why Patients Cannot Take Vitamins Prior a Cosmetic Surgery?

Why Patients Cannot Take Vitamins Prior a Cosmetic Surgery?

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