Tummy Tuck: Q&A

Ask a Question

TT and Lipo with Fibro Pain? (photo)

Hello, I have two questions, 1. I have fybromyalgia and hip and back pain. Will my recovery be more painful? 2. In the long run, will my fybro improve as a result of stomach muscle repair and not having excess tissue over my hips and lower back?

Tags:

Comment on this

3 Doctor Answers | Asked by Suzy4527 in Newman, CA

Doctor Answers (3)
Community Comments (0)

TT and Lipo with Fibro Pain?

Very hard to answer if your fibromyalgia pain can/will improve with cosmetic surgery. If you expect the pain to be present and take appropriate measures to have pain control. As for improvement of the fibro. pain I believe you can achieve "some" relief.Best to you.

Hello

If you’re suffering from frybromalgia the recovery can be a little more for you then a person that has no health issues. Will it help, we don’t think so. It will make your life more enjoyable removing excess weight.

TT and Lipo in Patient with Fibromyalgia

As a general rule patients who commit to surgery with chronic pain or more likely to have postoperative pain. this may be further complicated if you are already regularly taking pain medication for your hip and back. One thing that might be helpful and worth discussing her surgeon is the use of a postoperative pain pump for the tummy tuck. This can deliver regular flow of local anesthetic and reduce her discomfort and reduce the need for other pain medicines. It seems unlikely... more

Comments (0)

Ask a Question

These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.