I received a tummy tuck 3 weeks ago on Wednesday. When I took a shower last night my belly button looked infected, I called my ps. They wouldn't let me talk to him, but told me to go in in the am. Well, I can't I live over an hour away and my kids both have Dr appointments which have been scheduled for 3 months. I've attached some pictures what would you recommend I do until I'm able to go to my ps office?
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Just remember that scars are initially bumpy and raised and red and flatten with time. It can take a year for the scars to mature and longer for scars to fade. Some patients prefer to wear their compression garment for many weeks to months because they feel more support with it on. As always, if...
It is difficult to determine the cause of your abdominal bloating based on what you described. I would recommend a visit to your primary care doctor and discuss your concerns. A tummy tuck will help strengthen your abdominal wall, but if your bloating is from a digestive concern, you could e...
The stitches can be inside, outside or both. If you have a tummy tuck you have to accept that there will be a visible belly button scar. There are techniques to minimize and hide the scar. Consult a plastic surgeon and discuss how they handle the belly button as part of an abdominoplasty. Also,...