Hello, im a type 2 diabetic who is about to have a tummy tuck procedure to correct something a doctor did 29 yrs ago. i still have problems with this. the question i have is: what time should a diebetic have surgery, considering nothing is to be eaten after midnight. i will not take any of my pills because my sugar levels has been dropping low latley. i think they are better well managed. my surgery is scheldued for 1130, but i can drink tea, apple juice up until 8. can you give me advice?
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Swelling post-lipo can persist for months, so it's important to be on the right after care protocols. In addition to compression, hyperbaric oxygen therapy and radiofrequency treatments, lymphatic massage is highly effective in the prevention of fluid buildup, scar tissue, inflammation, and...
The number of sutures used during a tummy tuck with muscle repair will vary by degree of muscle diastasis as well as the surgeon's technique. Some surgeons use layers of sutures during the procedure. Some use running sutures and some use interrupted. But the purpose is to get you the...
From your photos it appears you would be a candidate for an extended tummy tuck with liposuction for contouring. Typically patients are able to return to work 10-14 days after surgery. If you intend to lose further weight you should try to complete that goal prior to surgery. This will allow...