Tummy Tuck RecoveryThe first 2-3 days after surgery there is a good amount of pressure and tightness from repairing the stretched rectus muscles. The feeling is similar to a hard workout. We usually prescribe pain pills such as Norco (Vicodin) or Percocet and a muscle relaxant such as Soma or...
Thank you for your enquiry. There is greater risk on performing abdominoplasty on any person who has an underlying additional illness. It is necessary initially to discuss your proposed surgery with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and also with your Nephrologist.
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Thank you for your question. Wound healing varies from patient to patient so I like to tailor my post operative instructions individually. That being said, as a general guideline for a patient recovering from a abdominoplasty, you should expect to take about 2 weeks off before returning to...