My surgeon already told me in my first consult a scar revision may be needed due to the excessive stretch marks above the belly button, so this isn't a shock. But she did say yesterday she thinks it will actually go down a lot. And may not need the revision, what do you all think? I love my incision! I know this is early days but just trying to get an idea? Thanks!
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For most patients, the muscle repair done with the majority of abdominoplasties or 'tummy tucks' is the limiting factor in returning to work or other activities. Recovery is a gradual process and not a set event so it does go through stages. Much will depend...
Most patients will be
placed in an abdominal binder, which they will wear the first week. There is
usually a fair amount of swelling and the binder should be opened several times a day so that there are no
pressure points. After the first 7 to 10 days the patient is placed in an
elastic ...
Hello and thank you for the questions. Numbness can linger for many months after surgery, sometimes the sensation does not fully return. Only time will tell, so be patient. The tightness will loosen gradually & you will not feel like you have a girdle on after a while. Please keep all of y...