I am 2 weeks out of my tummy tuck. Granted my tummy tuck was not one that removed large amounts of skin. I was in good physical shape prior to my surgery. I have been off of all pain pills since the first week and only took 1/2 a pill at a time every 6 to 8 hours. I get up and around very well. Very anxious and ready to get out of this house but don't want to overdo. Just thinking that if we were gentle surely some safe sex couldn't hurt?
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Answer: When can you resume gently sex after tummy tuck?
The answer is yes. You must be examined first to be sure that you are a good candidate for the revision surgery, called an umbilicoplasty, but also to be sure that you do not have a hernia at your belly button (umbilical hernia). I recommend that you see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon for...
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