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Tylenol has less chance of bruising during the first week of surgery then after that probably not much difference and safe to use Ibuprofen for most.. Your plastic surgeon will give you the best answer in your specific case about this, Here are some fo the guidelines I give my patients: Following surgery, you will be walking in a bent-over position to keep tension off the newly tightened skin incision site. Although strenuous activity, and lifting more than ten pounds, must be avoided for 6 weeks, some people can return to work and daily activities as soon as 2 weeks after surgery. Softening of the surgical scars, return of sensation, and loosening of the tight sensation may take several months to a year or more. Abdominoplasty involves a recovery period of 10 to 14 days longer than most plastic surgical procedures. Initial discomfort and decreased mobility is typical. To decrease this discomfort, we offer a long acting local anesthetic. This numbing injection solution (Exparel) which lasts for 3-4 days allows for an easier recovery and is preferable to older pain pump technology. 3-5 days or more of assistance at home is usually indicated. You will be encouraged to move and walk regularly starting the day of surgery. Wearing your TED stockings at all times, except while washing, to prevent venous clots (deep vein thrombosis) is mandatory.Light activity is comfortable in 10-20 days. No sports or heavy lifting for 6 weeks or more – please discuss with your doctor for specific questions
Tylenol (acetaminophen) is perfectly OK after surgery, but if you are also taking prescription medications they may also contain it so check to make sure you are not taking too much in total. Depending upon the type of surgery you are having, a long-acting numbing agent such as Exparel might also help reduce the amount of discomfort and the need for stronger medications.
Thank you for your question and I am sorry to hear of your pain killer issues. They are strong medications and patients commonly develop some degree of nausea from them. Though best to clear any medication with your surgeon, Tylenol is typically very safe to use after surgery.
Only your operating surgeon isthe appropriate person to guide your medication choices after a surgery which he/she performed. It is important to review the medications with him/her because many common pain prescriptions after surgery already containing Tylenol. Doubling up can be dangerous. Call your surgeon to get the safest recommendationsBest of luck!Dr. SubbioBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonNewtown Square/Philadelphia, PA
Hi Dawnwoj. It is always safest to consult with your operating surgeon as your prescribed narcotics may already contain Tylenol. You may find changing your diet to bland foods reduces nausea. Also, constipation can aggravate nausea, so consider a stool softener or laxative. Give your surgeon a call in case there are other considerations related to the procedure performed and their technique. Feel better soon,
Thank you for your question. If your pain is sufficiently controlled with tylenol after surgery, it is safe to stop narcotics that are causing nausea. The most important issue with tylenol is not to exceed 4,000 mg in 24 hours in trying to control severe pain, as there is a risk in some patients of causing serious liver problems. If you stay under 8 extra strength tylenols per day, you will probably do well. Always discuss any changes in prescription medications with your treating physician as they have the most intimate knowledge of your medical situation. Best wishes.
It is safe to use the Tylenol after surgery and it is unlikely to make you nauseated. Good luck
Dear dawnwoj,Thank you for posting your question to RealSelf. Tylenol is a great choice for post-operative pain relief as long as you don't have any medical contraindications (such as liver or kidney disease) and you stay within the recommended dosages. Other options for pain relief, such as NSAID's (Motrin, Alleve, or Advil) and Aspirin as best avoided for a week before and sometimes for a week after surgery as these drugs inhibit platelet "stickiness" and have the potential to impair blood clotting. If you have not had surgery yet, discuss your concerns with your surgeon and he may be able to suggest other options for pain control such as Exparel (a long acting infiltration anesthetic) or other classes of narcotic and non-narcotic pain relievers.
Tylenol is frequently recommended after surgery because it doesn't have the anti platelet(aggravate bleeding) effect of NSAID pills.It is generally a safe product but maybe not if you have liver problems and should be careful not to exceed the recommended dosages.
Hello, thank you for your question. Yes, after surgery you may take Tylenol. Do not take any NASIDS (example Advil, Motrin, Aspirin etc) In our office we counsel patients to STOP ALL NSAIDS 2 weeks before surgery and 3 weeks after surgery. The only thing we allow is Tylenol. You can also ask your doctor to prescribe Tylenol 3. Hope this helps!
