I am 27, 5'7", 160lbs, size 12ish and have lost around 60lbs and kept it off for two years. Though, as you can see I still have loose skin that doesn't respond to steady diet and exercise. I would like to know if the Avelar method is the way to go or if I would achieve better results from a traditional tummy tuck. I also would like to know how having a tummy tuck will effect future weight loss as I would like to lose more weight from other areas.
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Painful umbilical hernias, post-partum or not, should be repaired as soon as convenient. Weight loss will not correct the issue, and the hernia can potentially become a real health problem.
If the optimal weight range for cosmetic surgery has been reached, then the hernia can be corrected at...
Maybe - but the questions are (1) why and (2) what can you reasonably do about it at this time?
First of all, it is too early to tell. It takes at least several months for things to "settle" after this much surgery and I would not be comfortable making a statement on what the...
Swelling is common and expected after a tummy tuck. While the majority of the swelling resolves after the first 8-12 weeks, it can take 9-12 months for complete healing. The lymphatic system gradually heals over this time as well. In the beginning especially it is important to monitor regular...