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When can I climb stairs after a tummy tuck?

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How soon after full tummy tuck can patient climb stairs? I live in the third floor in my apartment building. I will have to cline 3 flights of stairs (8 in each flight of stairs) after surgery. Will this cause risk of infection, wound opening? Should I stay in a recovery center? Not sure if Michiganhas any recovery homes or centers.

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