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I Got a Seroma After Flying at 18 Days Post Op. Do You Think This Was Due to the Pressure?

I got a seroma after flying at 18 days post op. Do you think this was due to the pressure changes during the flight? I had had my drain removed at 14...

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Flying Soon After Tummy Tuck & Lipo?

I'm flying to Cancun from Canada to have a tummy tuck and lypo on my thighs on June 1st. I'm flying home on June 9th. Is this safe? Is there...

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Is It Safe to Fly Five Weeks After Abdominoplasty & Mastopexy Surgeries?

I have these procedures scheduled for 12/13 and trip to Mexico planned for 1/18...five weeks later. Although not optimal, is it safe to travel five...

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Effect of Flying on Fluid Retention Post Tummy Tuck?

I am having my surgery out of town and will be flying back home about 12 days post-tummy tuck. Does flying adversely affect the results in any way?...

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If I Plan on Flying from NY to AZ for a TT How Long Before I Could Fly Back Safely?

I'm healthy and have no issues with circulation or blood clots. I know there are no guarantees but would like some info in general terms. Thanks

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Tummy Tuck and Fat Implant on Butt on April 26. You Think I Can Travel on the Plane July 9th with my Surgery?

Tummy Tuck and Fat Implant on Butt on April 26. You Think I Can Travel on the Plane July 9th with my Surgery?

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Compression Garments and Travel After Surgery?

I had a tummy tuck and lipo to flanks. I will be taking a 5 hour flight at 4 weeks post-op. I am wearing a post-surgical compression garment. Can this...

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