I had my tummy tuck 9 months ago and have been very careful about protecting my scar from the sun. This past week we went on a beach vacation. I wore an SPF50 rash guard over my bikini and thought that would be enough. Now I notice my scar is much darker than before. Is there anything I can do to lighten my scar?
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Answer: Resurfx laser can help even out skin texture and tone to minimize appearance of the scar
Tummy tucks should not cause vaginal bleeding, but anesthesia/stress of surgery can change a woman's menstrual period. Review this with your surgeon to make sure that is all it is. Best wishes.
Hi, kcwhiteIf a general surgeon placed a mesh during umbilical hernia repair, I would assume that the mesh was not too large. It should not hinder your future pregnancy. However, you should talk with your surgeon about the specifics of the surgery and about your future pregnancy goal...
The purpose of an abdominal binder is to control swelling and bruising. If the binder is placed too tight this can cause inadequate blood flow to the abdominal skin after tummy tuck. If this is the case the binder should be removed. When skin is struggling with enough...
