I'm a 28 year old male current weight around 380 (2+ yrs). My heaviest weight was well over 600 lbs. My quality of life is being greatly affected by a 8-10 inch section of fat hanging off my midsection. It interferes with my work, the gym, my physical health, and my mental health. I deal with BAD heat rashes and blisters all the time that get infected and make it painful to even get out of bed in the mornings. The mental side of it has been equally as hard for me. What are my options?
Answer: Considering options Congratulations on your impressive weight loss! I encourage you to meet with a board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in skin removal surgery to assist you as you continue your weight loss journey. From the photo it appears you would benefit from having the excess tissue removed via a panniculectomy. You could consider further contouring as you reach your weight loss goal.
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Answer: Considering options Congratulations on your impressive weight loss! I encourage you to meet with a board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in skin removal surgery to assist you as you continue your weight loss journey. From the photo it appears you would benefit from having the excess tissue removed via a panniculectomy. You could consider further contouring as you reach your weight loss goal.
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September 30, 2024
Answer: Plus-Size Tummy Tuck: What Are My Options? Thank you for your question and for sharing your photos. Since your hanging tummy is interfering with your ability to work out and lose more weight, I’d recommend considering a panniculectomy, which could possibly be covered by insurance. A panniculectomy would remove the excess skin and fat in the lower abdomen, helping improve your quality of life by eliminating the issues caused by the overhang, such as heat rashes, blisters, and discomfort. This could also make it easier for you to exercise and continue your weight loss journey.
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September 30, 2024
Answer: Plus-Size Tummy Tuck: What Are My Options? Thank you for your question and for sharing your photos. Since your hanging tummy is interfering with your ability to work out and lose more weight, I’d recommend considering a panniculectomy, which could possibly be covered by insurance. A panniculectomy would remove the excess skin and fat in the lower abdomen, helping improve your quality of life by eliminating the issues caused by the overhang, such as heat rashes, blisters, and discomfort. This could also make it easier for you to exercise and continue your weight loss journey.
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August 26, 2021
Answer: Panniculectomy Dear Giving482745,
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August 26, 2021
Answer: Panniculectomy Dear Giving482745,
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August 30, 2021
Answer: Surgery after weight loss At your height and weight (BMI), the safest thing would be to perform a panniculectomy where we remove the hanging skin you are complaining about. Based on what you're saying, you meet criteria for insurance purposes but have to check with your specific plan if you have coverage. We have patients who travel to see us all the times for weight loss procedures, so I am happy to do a virtual consultation if you are interested.
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August 30, 2021
Answer: Surgery after weight loss At your height and weight (BMI), the safest thing would be to perform a panniculectomy where we remove the hanging skin you are complaining about. Based on what you're saying, you meet criteria for insurance purposes but have to check with your specific plan if you have coverage. We have patients who travel to see us all the times for weight loss procedures, so I am happy to do a virtual consultation if you are interested.
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August 27, 2021
Answer: Plus Size Tummy Tuck is not the best option for large size patients.Optimal results will come if you lose large amount of weight, before getting the tummy tuck.This can be achieved by Bariatric Surgery, like Gastric Sleeve. After about a year you can get a tummy tuck with much better results and with less chance of complications.Alternatively you can look into just getting a "Panniculectomy" which is removal of the apron...
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August 27, 2021
Answer: Plus Size Tummy Tuck is not the best option for large size patients.Optimal results will come if you lose large amount of weight, before getting the tummy tuck.This can be achieved by Bariatric Surgery, like Gastric Sleeve. After about a year you can get a tummy tuck with much better results and with less chance of complications.Alternatively you can look into just getting a "Panniculectomy" which is removal of the apron...
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