Following my tummy tuck several years ago, I developed a seroma in my abdominal, which my doctor drained several times. Eventually surgery was required because of infection. MY doctor reopened the incision and removed more abdominal skin. I believe I may have an encapsulated seroma. Will I have a problem finding another surgeon to correct the condition?
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Thank you for the question. It is rather difficult to fully evaluate your situation without an in-person exam. The answer will ultimately depend on the location of your tattoo as well as the amount of fat and skin to be addressed by the procedure. In some cases, your tattoo can be stretched or p...
Swelling of the upper abdomen nine months after surgery could result from a separation of the muscle repair, as you already mentioned, or it could be where the fatty tissue is thicker than the surrounding areas, or it may be an area just above the muscle repair where there is still space for the...
Congratulations! Tell your wife to relax.I've had a few patients who have gotten pregnant after having had a tummy tuck, and they've done very well. My first pregnant tummy tuck patient had two children before her first tummy tuck done in another state, and then she had a surprise third...