Will I Need In-Home Care After BBL & Tummy Tuck

Would it be good for me to hire in-home care following BBL & Tummy Tuck procedures for the first few days? I live alone, three states away from family and don't plan on sharing my plans.

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5 Doctor Answers | Asked by CougarMomma in Cary, NC

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In-home assistance after breast lift and tummy tuck is necessary.

I take it that you are unwilling or unable to enlist the aid of another responsible adult relative or close friend during your early post-op period. This is fine, and I understand the dynamics that sometimes make your approach not only preferable, but smart! But, you WILL need help, and an absolute minimum is the first 24 hours after surgery when you may still have residual effects of anesthesia, not to mention the narcotic pain medications and the general "sluggishness" of... more

After care for tummy tuck and breast lift

It is very important not to be alone for at least the first 24 hours and maybe longer. You will need assistance to get to the bathroom, your drains will need to be emptied, help with meals and monitoring your medication schedule would all be helpful to delegate to a caretaker. Being alone can be dangerous as you can be dizzy for awhile from the anesthesia and taking pain medication and it could cause a fall. There is a lot you can do in advance to make it easier for you once your help... more

Tummy tuck

After the surgery you will need help. It is medicaly necessary to have an adult with you for the first 72 hours after general anesthesia. Arrange to have some responsible adult with you for about one week, at least.

Homecare after breast lift and tummy tuck surgery.

Thank you for the question. Yes it would be appropriate to arrange for in-home care following the planned procedures. You may find that recruitment of family and/or friends will also be helpful because you may need assistance for the first one to two weeks after the major surgery you have planned. Please be careful that you are not underestimating the extent of the surgery you are about to undergo and that you have planned for enough help and time off. It may be helpful to you to... more

Home care following breast lift and tummy tuck

Yes, you will need assistance for at least 2 -3 days or longer following a breast lift and tummy tuck. This responsible adult should be with you around the clock the first few days, and be there to help you in and out of bed and aid you if you have to negotiate any steps or stairs.