My doctor says I do not need them. I had abdominal prolapse , hernia repair and a ton of scar tissue removed. I had entire large instine removed and have a J pouch. I had MRSA with vancomycin 15 years ago and have had shingles twice. This entire ordeal has not worked out like I was told. I’m in pain and not on any medication other than ibuprofen
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It is important to keep in mind that at just over 3 weeks out from your procedures, you are still going to be very swollen and stiff and sometimes it just takes time for this to resolve. Many plastic surgeons use compression garments to help decrease swelling and patient compliance with ...
Thank you for your question Reneetorres1313! Compression garments are an essential part of a successful recovery. They will help to prevent fluid accumulation under the skin and decrease swelling. Please follow your postoperative instructions given to you by your surgeon because each surgeon han...
Thank you for sharing your question and congratulations on your tummy tuck. As a result of being flexed at the waist it is very common for patients to experience back spasms. Often just walking around can improve these symptoms but I would leave any medication use to your doctor's di...
