Is Duoderm or another brand of "hydrocolloid" bandage a good choice to put on a Tummy Tuck scar after surgery?

This is a fear my patients sometimes relate.  Somehow, especially if they have children.  Discuss with your surgeon your overall medical status, and your surgeon should be able to help you with your fears.  Modern anesthesia and surgery are extremely safe.  If you have any...

Some depression and anxiety is common after a significant cosmetic surgery such as this one. After all, recovery can be a painful process, and final results take time to emerge. These feelings will likely subside as you continue in your recovery and begin to feel and look better than ever. Keep...

Thank you for your question.  You most likely are experiencing some post-operative nerve recovery.  It is possible, but unlikely, that you have a seroma, so it is best to check with your own plastic surgeon.  This type of concern can usually be addressed in the office and you...

This is an issue that needs to be directed at your plastic surgeon. I recommend scheduling an appointment to be seen by him as soon as possible.

This is the proper placement of the drainsThe pain is most likely from the surgery itselfit'll get better in no time...best of luckdr schwartz

I recommend that you refrain from touching it and follow up your plastic surgeon on this matter.