Whats the Next Step

asked 1 year ago by AMotherInNeedOfHelp in Camden, SC
Latest answer by Steven Wallach, MD
Question viewed 139 times
Tags: age 25-34, stomach, female

Hi I m a 30 year old mother of 2 kids 8 n 7 yr old. Ive had numerous surgeries. Gall bladder removal, appendix removed, an ablasion , a hysterectomy, and 3 hernia repairs surgeries, and a a surgery that was suppose to correct some scared tissue...My stomach keeps getting bigger. Ive tried diets, eating right. I was told not to exercise, strain, or over work my tummy because the hernia would return. I want to get rid of my tummy "Where do I go from here"

5 answers to Whats the Next Step

Tummy issues

After having multiple abdominal surgical procedures you may have a lot of scarring that may put you at increased risks doing a full tummy tuck. An exam is key.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Numerous previous abdominal procedures

Given the large number of abdominal procedures and the complex nature of your abdominal wall, I am not certain that there are many options for you. If you are overweight, massive weight loss would be the first goal to reduce excessive tension on any repair. see video

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Start with an exam by a reputable plastic surgeon

From what you described, you should be a good candidate for an abdominoplasty. Your next step is to have a consultation with a reputable plastic surgeon. He or she will take an in-depth medical history and examine you. Frequently I like to have records of your other surgeries and specifically why you keep having hernias and how they were repaired. It is not uncommon to find hernias at the time of an abdominoplasty. Many plastic surgeons are also board... more

Randy Proffitt, MD
Mobile Plastic Surgeon

Tummy Tucks and Other Corrective Measures

Since you are posting here about tummy problems, I am assuming that you have read about cosmetic plastic surgery for the abdomen, like tummy tucks. The best way to evaluate your options for what the next step may be is to see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. This will allow you to get you questions answered in a more specific way, and it will allow your plastic surgeon to let you know what will work best for your body. If you do not have any recommendation from friends in your area... more

Joseph Mele, MD
Walnut Creek Plastic Surgeon

Next Step

Sorry for all your issues. The "NEXT STEP" go see a boarded surgeon in your area to obtain an in person evaluation as to your options. From MIAMI Dr. Darryl J. Blinski 305 598 0091

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

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