I am 7 weeks post op. doc said I was healing great due to my health, age and shape. planning a trip to the amusement park is it ok to get on rides like roller coasters or will I rip my sutures and or damage my surgery? I had a full tummy tuck with muscle repair no lipo needed. Also is it ok to do some Zumba type of dancing? Thanks.
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Thank you for this challenging question. Blood in and around the belly button after an abdominoplasty can lead to significant redness and sometimes even a black belly button. As long as the blood supply (one artery and two veins from the liver) remain in tact, more than likely it's...
Dear Kyllie,
Fat necrosis does not generally become evident within weeks of surgery. Your swelling is more likely general postoperative edema, fluid collection and/or scar tissue. I would suggest that you see your plastic surgeon for follow and discuss your questions as well as getting his...
The issue is controversial. Everyone will agree that losing weight before surgery is safer. But I've operated on skinny people how were half as healthy as some of my husky patients. So, the answer is not in the number. If you go to my website you will see a video of a woman who's...